Not Just for “Vampires” – Learn Phlebotomy to Add an Essential Medical Skill to Your Resume
The Phlebotomy + ECG Technician certificate program at ANU is a great addition to any healthcare career that requires employees to perform the tasks of a phlebotomist and/or ECG technician. Students complete the lab and lecture courses 100% online with the aid of advanced electronic phlebotomy and ECG simulators. You’ll perform the hands-on portion of your education in an externship through a local doctor’s office or clinic.
American National University’s Phlebotomy and ECG Technician certificate program is designed exclusively for students and professionals who have previously earned an associate or bachelor’s degree:
- recent college graduates seeking a career in the medical field.
- experienced professionals seeking a career change to phlebotomy and/or as an ECG technician.
Students entering the diploma program in Phlebotomy and ECG Technician must have two of the following:
- High school GPA of 2.5 or higher
- College entrance exam score:
- 1000 minimum for SAT (current national average is 1050)
- Or, 20 minimum for ACT (current national average is 21)
- Minimum passing score on ANU placement exams:
- A 70% or higher on the SCI001 Science Placement Exam
- An 80% or higher on the ENG001 English Placement Exam
- A 70% or higher on the MAT001 Math Placement Exam
- Previous college courses:
- Minimum 24 credits completed
- GPA of 2.5 or higher
Your Learning Experience
As a Phlebotomist + ECG program student, you’ll prepare to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) offered through the National Healthcareer Association as part of PEC198 Phlebotomy & ECG Review. You will also be prepared for the Certified EKG Technician Certification (CET) offered through the National Healthcareer Association as part of PEC198 Phlebotomy & ECG Review.
With preparation for these certifications and hands-on experience in labs and externships, you’ll gain the knowledge and real-world experience needed to succeed in this career. (See if there is an existing externship site in your local area.)
Upon successful completion of this degree program, students will be able to:
- Perform an ECG and interpret cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias.
- Perform basic phlebotomy procedures which include drawing blood, proper disposal of needles and containers, and maintaining a sterile environment, among others.
- Function as an entry-level ECG technician or as an entry-level phlebotomist with the necessary knowledge, skills, and professional behavior.
- Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture following proper protocol.
- Apply legal concepts by performing with legal and ethical boundaries while preparing, documenting, and maintaining medical records accurately and appropriately.
- Conduct patient interviews and take vital signs.
This program prepares students for entry level work in the medical field and provides an excellent basis for advancement to associate degrees in health science, such as medical assisting.
Where Could Your Degree Take You?
- Phlebotomy technician
- Medical assistant
- Laboratory assistant
- ECG Technician
- Dialysis technician
PHLEBOTOMY AND ECG TECHNICIAN - DIPLOMA REQUIRED COURSES
36 credit hours required/72 quality points required. All courses are 4 credit hours
Program Core (Required) 36 total credit hours required
COM151 The Microsoft® Office
4 Credit Hours
This is an introductory course that provides a comprehensive study of The Microsoft® Office. This course is a combination of lecture and hands-on training.
MED160 Health Care Law and Ethics
4 Credit Hours
Introduction to law and ethics pertinent to medical careers. Topics include legal issues that are important to health care professionals, including the foundations of law and ethics as well as professional, social, and interpersonal health care issues.
MED218 Communication for the Healthcare Professional
4 Credit Hours
Effective communication is a critical skill for the healthcare professional. This course provides the basic skills to communicate orally and in writing within an interdisciplinary, multicultural, and multigenerational healthcare environment. The essential of communication and the “soft-skills” needed for entry level healthcare jobs and career success are taught.
MED273 Invasive Clinical Procedures
4 Credit Hours
(Prereq. –BIO201) This course provides an introduction to the tools and skills used in the physician’s office laboratory by the Medical Assistant. Examples of skills taught are blood specimen collections including venipuncture and capillary puncture; injection procedures; basic hematological procedures; clinical chemistry, and immunologic testing in the CLIA-waived laboratory. Instruction are given in medication administration and diagnostic testing. A minimum letter grade of “C” is required for successful completion of this course. Each student must demonstrate each skill identified in the course to the minimum stated level of competency for successful completion of the course or score a 70% on all skill-based competencies.
MED275 Non-Invasive Clinical Procedures
4 Credit Hours
(Prereq. – BIO202) Instruction will be provided regarding OSHA compliance with blood-borne (and airborne) pathogen; urinalysis procedures; basic microbiological principles and procedures; diagnostic imaging; nutrition for health and disease; spirometry testing, and electrocardiography. The basic elements of nutrition and dietary management will be reviewed. Principles of body mechanics and ergonomics will be taught and practiced. A minimum letter grade of “C” is required for successful completion of this course. Each student must demonstrate each skill identified in the course to the minimum stated level of competency for successful completion of the course or score a 70% on all skill-based competencies.
BIO201 Basic Anatomy and Physiology I
4 Credit Hours
A study of the anatomy, physiology and medical terminology of the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, hematological, digestive, and reproductive systems. This course covers human development, birth and genetics.
BIO202 Basic Anatomy and Physiology II
4 Credit Hours
(Prereq.-BIO201) Students taking this course will study the anatomy, physiology and medical terminology of the cell, tissues, membranes, and structures of the nervous system, the sensory system, the integumentary system, the digestive, the urinary system, and the endocrine system. This course will discuss the basic chemistry, water acids, bases, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and classes of macromolecules in cells.
PEC198 Phlebotomy and ECG Review
4 Credit Hours
(Prereq.- Must be taken in student’s last term and in conjunction with PEC199) This course is designed to prepare the student for success with the AMCA certification examinations. Instruction will be provided through a structured classroom review and testing to assess and support the student’s recall of materials presented throughout the program. This is a capstone course that culminates with the student completing the certification exams.
PEC199: Phlebotomy and ECG Externship
4 Credit Hours
(Prereq. or Co-Req.- MED273, MED275.) This course provides students with the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in phlebotomy and electrocardiography. Course work includes 120 clock hours of on-site experience under the supervision of the facility’s staff, Externship Coordinator, and/or Academic Department Chair of Health Science (ADCHS).
For all courses: See course description for applicable prerequisites.
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