Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Technician Diploma Program

Program Overview

The Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares students to assist medical providers by performing clinical and administrative duties in hospitals, clinics, and medical centers — working closely with registered nurses and physicians as valued members of the healthcare team.

The curriculum includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of pharmacology, microbiology, and immunology, along with law and ethics and effective communication. Students become familiar with medical equipment, patient-care management, and administrative processes such as medical records and insurance documentation.

The course also includes basic laboratory procedures and specialized training in phlebotomy, focusing on safe and accurate blood-drawing techniques. A required clinical externship offers hands-on experience in real healthcare settings. Upon successful completion, students receive a State-approved Certificate of Completion and become eligible to take the National Certification Exams for Certified Medical Assistant and Certified Phlebotomy Technician.

Program Objectives

The program prepares students to assist physicians by meeting the clinical and administrative demands of healthcare environments, building a broad range of competencies that include:

• Assist with physical examinations
• Assist with surgical procedures
• Take patient histories and vital signs accurately
• Perform blood draws and injections safely
• Perform laboratory procedures and EKG placement & recording
• Schedule appointments and manage medical records
• Complete basic word-processing and spreadsheet tasks
• Complete insurance forms
• Handle office management, basic billing, and coding
• Apply professional communication and ethical standards in all interactions

Program Highlights

Duration

10 months

Format

Hybrid

Credits

35

What You’ll Train In

The program provides hands-on training across both medical assisting and phlebotomy:

1. Technique — learn venipuncture and capillary puncture methods
2. Certification prep — get ready for phlebotomy certification exams
3. Coursework — understand the theory and application of phlebotomy
4. Visual learning — identify veins and anatomy using visual aids
5. Lab practice — process and analyze blood samples under supervision
6. Externship — apply classroom learning in real healthcare settings

Program Completion & Certification

A Diploma is awarded to students who successfully complete all required courses according to the College’s academic and financial requirements. Upon graduation, students become eligible to take the National Certification Exams for Certified Medical Assistant and Certified Phlebotomy Technician through NCCT — preparing graduates for a variety of entry-level healthcare roles across hospitals, clinics, and laboratories.

Admission Requirements

Admissions Process

1. Submit the Online Application
2. Attend the mandatory Orientation Session
3. Complete the online assessments — Digital Literacy Assessment and Distance Education Assessment
4. Submit required admission documents (see below)
5. (Optional) Submit certifications (CPR, CNA, etc.)
6. Get estimates / payment plan from the Financial Aid Department
7. Attend an interview with the Program Director
8. Receive your acceptance documents and sign them
9. Receive onboarding instructions and information

Note: The Entrance Exam is not required for the Medical Assisting Program.

Required Admission Documents (PDF format)

• Government-issued ID (front and back)
• Transcript — official high school or college transcript, or GED report
  • High school or college transcripts — all programs: required GPA 2.0
  • GED report equivalent GPA (students must submit the full GED report) — all programs except MA/PHL: required GPA 3.0; Medical Assisting/PHL: required GPA 2.0

Accreditation & Approval

Stellar Career College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington, VA 22201, telephone 703-247-4212. ACCSC is a U.S. Department of Education–approved accrediting agency.

The Chicago, Illinois location is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE). For details, visit www.ibhe.org.