Train for direct patient-care roles with a powerful combination of PCT, CNA-level care, EKG and phlebotomy skills in one focused eight-week program.
Certification eligibility is determined by each independent testing organization. Students should review current examination requirements before registering for a national certification exam.
The Patient Care Technician with EKG + Phlebotomy Program at Compassionate Medical Academy prepares students for direct patient-care roles in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics and rehabilitation centers.
Students develop multidisciplinary skills in vital signs, activities of daily living, patient hygiene, mobility, safety monitoring, documentation and infection control, together with EKG and blood-collection procedures.
The eight-week curriculum uses online lecture and skills-based instruction to build the knowledge needed for entry-level patient care and certification preparation.
Combine PCT multi-skills, CNA-level patient care, EKG and phlebotomy training for broader entry-level preparation.
Develop practical knowledge across patient care, EKG, phlebotomy and CNA-level support skills.
Assist with hygiene, comfort, nutrition and activities of daily living while protecting patient dignity.
Study cardiac anatomy, 12-lead placement, patient preparation and electrocardiography procedures.
Learn venipuncture and capillary collection, patient identification, labeling and specimen transport.
Obtain and record vital signs while supporting patient safety, infection control and accurate observation.
Support positioning, mobility and transfers using patient-centered techniques and safety standards.
Record patient information accurately and communicate professionally with patients and healthcare teams.
Complete a focused patient care technician curriculum in eight weeks.
Complete lecture instruction through CMA's online learning environment.
Reinforce care, EKG and phlebotomy concepts through virtual simulation and skills-based activities.
Review concepts relevant to applicable patient care, phlebotomy and cardiographic certification examinations.
Applicants must satisfy CMA's basic admissions requirements prior to enrollment.
CMA offers focused multi-skill training with a weekly payment option designed to make enrollment more manageable.
National certification exams, optional printed certificate, CPR certification and personal clinical supplies are not included in program tuition.
Start Your ApplicationPay the full $1,000 program balance at enrollment.
Begin with a $200 deposit, followed by eight weekly payments of $100.
Third-party options may include Afterpay, Affirm and Klarna. Contact CMA to verify current availability before submitting your application.
Students must remain current on tuition payments to continue participation in the program.
Upon successful completion, graduates receive preparation for applicable patient care technician examinations and related EKG and phlebotomy certifications.
Certification examination fees are administered by the applicable testing organizations and are not included in tuition unless otherwise stated.
Eligibility remains subject to each certifying body's requirements. CMA does not guarantee certification or employment.
Apply NowPatient care technician preparation may include the NHA CPCT-A, NCCT NCPCT and AMCA Patient Care Technician examinations. Related coursework may also support preparation for the NHA CPT or NCCT NCPT phlebotomy examinations and the CCI CCT cardiographic technician examination.
Complete the Compassionate Medical Academy application to begin the admissions process for the Patient Care Technician with EKG + Phlebotomy Program.
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