NCCT Certification

The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) validates the competence of candidates by examination. The certification provides recognition of competence to individuals who meet specified criteria and qualifications. Lamar State College Orange students/graduates of the Phlebotomy program are eligible to sit for the Phlebotomy Technician exam.  The following exams are also available to qualified candidates:  Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, ECG Technician, Surgical Technology, Insurance & Coding Specialist, Patient Care Technician, and Postsecondary Instructor.  

Applications for testing or rescheduling must be received by NCCT a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the requested test date.

Online applications can be accessed at www.ncctinc.com from the Get Certified tab. The mailing address for the submission of documents appears below.

National Center for Competency Testing
7007 College Boulevard, Suite 385
Overland Park, KS 66211

In preparing for the exam, candidates should review the Content Outline and Test Grid available at www.ncctinc.com under the Get Certified tab. Optional practice tests and review books are available for purchase from NCCT for a fee. They are not required for any exam.

Test Fee

Applicants qualify for the student fee if currently in school or graduated within the last 6 months.

Exam Fee: $119
Tech in Surgery Fee: $199

Test Dates/Times

All test dates are on a Wednesday. Sessions are 3 hours long, beginning at 1 PM on each date. Dates are subject to change and availability.

January 21, 2026

February 18, 2026

March 25, 2026

April 15, 2026

May 27, 2026

June 17, 2026

July 22, 2026

August 19, 2026

September 16, 2026

October 21, 2026

November 18, 2026

December 16, 2026