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Phlebotomy Technician
Master blood collection procedures and lab safety standards, and prepare for your national phlebotomy certification.
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★ Turning Passion Into Purpose
Launch Your Healthcare Career With Confidence
“We Turn Your Passion Into Purpose”
Compassionate Medical Academy delivers focused, career-ready allied health training — designed for working adults who are ready to step into meaningful healthcare roles.
1,000+
Graduates
89%
Job Placement Rate
4.9★
Student Rating
95%
Cert Pass Rate
Training Built for Real Healthcare Careers
Compassionate Medical Academy is a state-licensed postsecondary allied health training institution dedicated to preparing students for rewarding careers in healthcare. Our comprehensive healthcare training programs combine quality instruction, hands-on skills training, and real-world experience to equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and clinical skills needed to succeed in today's healthcare industry. At Compassionate Medical Academy, our experienced instructors are committed to your success by providing flexible learning options, personalized support, and career-focused education every step of the way. Whether you're starting your first healthcare career or expanding your professional skills, we're here to help you turn your passion into purpose.
Why Choose Compassionate Medical Academy
Accelerated Programs
As little as a few weeks up to 20 weeks — career-ready training without the years of general-ed requirements.
Flexible Formats
Fully virtual and hybrid options built for working adults, career changers, and parents balancing a full life.
Certification-Focused
Every curriculum is built to prepare you for your national certification exam — a credential that travels with you.
Career Support Included
Externship placement, resume coaching, and job search guidance are built into every program.
Programs of Study
Allied Health Certification Programs
Career-ready training in weeks, not years. Click any program for full tuition and enrollment details.
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Surgical Technology
Learn sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room protocol from experienced clinical faculty.
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Medical Assistant
Train in clinical and administrative skills that prepare you for front-office and back-office roles in any practice.
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Medical Assistant — Hybrid Day
The same Certified Clinical Medical Assistant curriculum, delivered in a hybrid day-class format for hands-on learners.
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Limited License Radiologic Technician
Build imaging fundamentals and radiologic safety knowledge for entry-level diagnostic imaging roles.
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Cardiographic Technician
Learn EKG, stress testing, and cardiac monitoring skills used across hospitals and cardiology practices.
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Physical Therapy Aide
Support physical therapy teams with foundational rehabilitation knowledge and hands-on patient assistance skills.
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Pharmacy Technician
Learn medication safety, pharmacology basics, and pharmacy operations to prepare for your national pharmacy technician certification.
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Medical Billing & Coding Specialist + Medical Office Assistant
Build front-office healthcare administration skills: scheduling, billing, coding basics, records, and patient communication.
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We Turn Your Passion Into Purpose
Your passion for helping others deserves a real career path. We provide the structure, tools, and support to get you there.
— Compassionate Medical Academy
Structured for Success
Weekly modules, clear milestones, and built-in assessments keep every student on a defined path to completion.
Quiz-Based Assessment
Frequent, low-stakes checkpoints reinforce learning and build the confidence you need before certification exam day.
Accessible to All Learners
Built for working adults and career changers — no prior healthcare experience needed to enroll.
How It Works
Four Simple Steps
From application to credential, we’re with you every step of the way.
Choose Your Program
Explore CMA's allied health and nursing programs to find the career path that fits your goals.
Enroll & Get Access
Complete your enrollment agreement and financing details, then get access to your coursework.
Complete Coursework
Work through weekly modules with instructor support, skills labs, and regular assessments.
Earn Your Credential
Graduate, sit for your national certification exam, and step into your new healthcare career.
Success Stories
What Our Graduates Say
Every credential earned here is a life changed.
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CMA gave me structure and real support — I went from unsure to certified in a matter of weeks.
Jasmine M.
Surgical Technology
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The instructors actually cared whether I passed. I felt ready walking into my certification exam.
David L.
Phlebotomy Technician
★★★★★
I did the whole program online around my job and my kids. CMA made that possible.
Aleyah Garrison
LLRT — Online Graduate
Alumni Gallery
CMA Graduate Alumni
Every credential earned here is a life changed.
Certification Skills Training
Class of 2025 — Graduation Day
Proud CMA Graduate
New Graduates — Credential Earned
Phlebotomy Skills Training
CMA Graduate — Career Ready
Certificate Ceremony Group
CMA Graduate — Certified
Phlebotomy Technician Cohort
CMA Graduate — Certificate Earned
Cohort in Pink — Program Completion
Certificate Ceremony Duo
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Financial Aid & Payment Options
We work with Arkansas-based financial aid programs and third-party payment plans to make training accessible — no credit check required for self-pay plans.
AWC Scholarship
Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship — for Arkansas residents. Covers tuition and fees for qualifying programs.
Apply via ADHE Portal →Student Loans
For Arkansas residents, through the Arkansas Rural Endowment Fund, Inc. Speak with our admissions team for details on eligibility and application.
Contact admissions for application infoFortify Edu
Third-party financing built specifically for career training programs like CMA’s.
Apply with Fortify Edu →Arkansas Rehabilitation Services
Scholarship support for students with disabilities pursuing career and technical training.
Contact admissions for application infoAdult Education Partners
We partner with local adult education programs to help connect students with additional funding support.
- Pulaski County and Little Rock Adult Education
- American Indian Center of Arkansas
CMA Partial Scholarships
Compassionate Medical Academy offers partial scholarships directly to qualifying students — ask our admissions team what you may be eligible for.
Call (501) 216-0055 →Third-Party Payment Plans
Split your tuition into manageable payments through our supported buy-now-pay-later partners.
Afterpay
Klarna
Ready to Turn Your Passion Into Purpose?
Self-pay and payment plan options available — no credit check required.