Online Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician Program & Certifications 

Overview

Take on multiple certifications in the same amount of time! Expand your skills and your career horizons. Phlebotomy Career Training offers certification bundles with quality education and skill training at an affordable price. The Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician course combines two of our most popular programs and offers full certification for both. The 100% online course curriculum includes learning for:

Medical Assistant

Students will learn to take vital signs, SOAP Note charting, infection control, knowledge of HIPPA and OSHA regulations, assist with minor surgical procedures, perform injections such as intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous, performing electrocardiograms, performing phlebotomies, drug and pregnancy testing, medical supply management, verbal therapeutic communication, creating a safe effective environment, organization, scheduling, professionalism, patient focus, patient confidentiality, bedside manner, and medical teamwork.

Phlebotomy Technician

Students will learn about the principles of proper phlebotomy technique, specimen processing, point of care testing, compassionate patient care, maintenance and use of equipment, record keeping and documentation, basic principles of anatomy and physiology, disease process, therapeutic communication, hazardous materials management, and patient assessment.

Student Experience

The online training for each course is designed to work with your schedule. Courses are self-paced and accessible 24/7. The modules are also mobile-friendly. The full program curriculum can be completed in as little as 8 weeks, but you will have as long as 6 months to complete the course from the time of enrollment.

Students will be assigned an instructor who will send them a welcome email that includes information about the student account as well as the registered program. Students can expect to receive correspondence Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 am to 5 pm EST. Your assigned instructor can help you with any questions you may have while taking the course.

Program Prerequisites

A high school diploma or equivalent GED is recommended to enroll in the Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician Program. No prior experience is required.

Curriculum (Modules & Exams)

The full program curriculum and training includes over 1400 hours of course content and covers over 80 individual course topics including:

• Compassionate patient care
• Taking vital signs
• SOAP Note charting
• Infection control
• Principles of proper phlebotomy technique
• Specimen processing
• Point of care testing
• Review and analysis of rhythms on ECG readings
• Rhythm Analysis and Interpretation of Arrhythmias
• Record keeping and documentation
• Basic principles of anatomy and physiology
• Disease process
• Therapeutic communication
• Hazardous materials management
• Patient assessment

Students will need to pass a Certification Exam for each course after completing the course to receive their certification. 

Internship Requirements

Medical Assistants must complete a clinical of 204 hours of observation and training for their Medical Assistant clinical core requirements to graduate from our program. Each Medical Assistant skill requirement must be supervised and signed off on a clinical competency form that will be provided to the student.

Phlebotomy Technicians must complete a clinical of 30 venipunctures as a part of the Phlebotomy Technician clinical core requirements to graduate from our program. Each draw must be supervised and signed off on a blood draw log and externship forms that will be provided to the student.

Urgent care centers, doctor’s offices, hospitals, and other clinics are popular internship locations. We recommend students begin their internship by the end of their second module for each course. Virtual alternatives are available for those who are unable to find an internship in their area.

A virtual alternative is available for all Phlebotomy Technician students. Students may also complete their clinical requirements using the VSK (Virtual Simulation Kit). Students can purchase the kit directly from the school. Students will work with their instructors on their phlebotomy techniques via video submissions and corrections. The student will follow the videos provided online and the instructions in their kit to complete their blood draws.

Students must send in videos of themselves using the practice kit and practice pad to simulate venipuncture technique. Our instructors will provide the student feedback and indicate any corrections that need to be made. The student will continue this process until they have completed all 30 blood draws.

Students With Prior Experience

Students may submit a letter from their employer on company letterhead or a notarized resume as proof of experience in order to have their clinical requirements waived.

About Phlebotomy Career Training

Phlebotomy Career Training (PCT) has been educating students and professionals throughout the U.S. with online and in-person programs for over 14 years. PCT is an accredited organization that offers nationally-recognized certification programs.

PCT understands the adult student’s need for quality education, a hands-on learning atmosphere, and fast-track career path. Students can expect professional educators and quality instruction throughout their course. 95% of our graduates have found employment opportunities in their field!

Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician Program Instructors

Each student will be assigned a designated instructor upon enrollment. Our world-class, qualified instructors have years of teaching and field experience. Our instructors consist of Family Nurse Practitioners, RNs, Doctors, and other qualified medical professionals. 

Your instructor will personally reach out to you and will be available to answer any questions throughout the program.

What’s Included

The course includes the following:

• Medical Assistant Certificate
• Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
• Complimentary 6-month voucher for the National Clinical Medical Assistant Certification Exam through the AMCA, NHA, or the NCCT.
• Complimentary 6-month voucher for the National Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam through the NAPTP
• NAPTP Study Guide in PDF format (403 pages, full book)
• Access to additional resources and materials
• Access to instructors via phone and email.
• Available tutoring sessions via Zoom at an affordable price from experienced medical professionals, LPNs, RNs, and Doctors.

Employment Opportunities

The world of healthcare is a growing career field with great prospects. If you are looking for a career path with ample employment opportunities, competitive pay, benefits, and job satisfaction, the Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician Program may be a great fit for you. Studies show that the more certifications you have, the higher your chances of being hired can be. Having more certification also showcases additional skill sets that can bring a boost in pay. 95% of our students were able to find employment upon graduation.

FAQs

Do the online courses require an in-person test?

Students will need to pass the Medical Assistant and Phlebotomy Technician exams after completing the course to receive their certification which is taken online.

How does the internship/ externship work?

As part of the Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician Program, students are required to complete an internship that will allow them to observe and/or practice their skills. Students will be given clinical competency forms by their instructor that they will fill out and turn in to receive their certification. You may see this internship referred to as an externship or clinical in various materials; these all refer to the same requirement. Students are responsible for securing an internship. Your instructor can provide you with a letter to help you secure an internship.

Students must submit a letter from their employer on company letterhead or a notarized resume as proof of experience in the last 16 months to waive their clinical requirement.

Is Phlebotomy Career Training accredited?

Phlebotomy Career Training is a licensed proprietary school in the state of Michigan and our National Testing Partners which have approved our programs are accredited. This means that the student who graduates and takes their national exam will have accreditation through the National Testing Organization and is eligible to work anywhere in the United States. These organizations include:

• National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
• National Telemetry Association (NTA)
• National Association of Phlebotomy Technician Professionals (NAPTP)
• American Medical Technologists (AMT) (Phlebotomy only)
• National I.V. Association (NIVA)
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Phlebotomy Career Training does not offer Credit hours and therefore does not accept financial aid. We are a private for-profit post-secondary school, licensed by the state of Michigan. Phlebotomy Career Training offers clock hours. These clock hours can transfer to some colleges and universities for credit hours.

How do the credit hours work?

Students who complete the full Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician Program will receive 16.5 CEUs through CAPCE for the NAPTP. Read more about the credit hours here.

Is this a good stepping stone into other medical careers?

The Medical Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician Program is a great way to get more opportunities for medical professionals once they get their foot in the door. It is also a great learning opportunity for those that are looking to apply to medical school or nursing programs. This program offers multiple certifications which can be perfect for those trying to create an impressive resume for their applications to schools and jobs. 

Are the Medical Assistant and Phlebotomy Technician Certifications valid nationwide?

Yes, both the Medical Assistant and Phlebotomy Technician Certifications from PCT are valid in the United States and Canada.

Students should always check with their state department for their licensing or certification requirements. Some states may require additional training or examination before becoming qualified to work in that state. It is up to the student to verify with their state board of nursing or public health department if taking an online class will be accepted.

Is the Phlebotomy Technician Certification valid nationwide?

Yes, the Phlebotomy Technician Certification from PCT is valid in the United States and Canada. Students in the state of California and the state of Washington should check their state requirements prior to enrolling. All students should verify with their state department for their licensing or certification requirements.