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9-Month* 3-in-1 Medical Assisting With Phlebotomy Program
Medical Assistants are a vital component of any health care team. They are crucial in helping patients feel at ease and helping them understand physicians’ instructions, while at the same time relieving physicians from many administrative and clinical duties.
With BAMA’s 3-in-1 Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program, you’ll get exceptional Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy and EKG Technician training. By the end of this 900-hour program you’ll be well-prepared to enter the workforce, graduating from a reputable school with three certifications. Become a highly sought-after and competitive job candidate!
The 9-month* Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program at Bay Area Medical Academy teaches you the clinical and administrative duties needed for successful entry into the medical field.
The BAMA Medical Assisting program consists of three components:
Administrative skills training
Clinical skills training
200-hour clinical externship
Our program is divided into 8 learning units called modules. The first 7 modules are classroom modules and each module stands alone as a unit of study and is not dependent upon the completion of any previous or subsequent module.
After you move through the first 7 learning units, you’ll complete a 200 hour clinical externship at a hospital or in a laboratory setting. This residency is a resume booster that provides you with first-hand experience, so you’ll graduate with confidence in your skills and abilities.
Topics covered during the Medical Assisting Program include:
Anatomy and physiology
Pathology
Medical terminology
Laboratory techniques
Clinical and diagnostic procedures
Medication administration
Medical law and ethics
Computer software applications
Bookkeeping and accounting
Medical billing and insurance processing
and more!
Practical instruction provides hands–on training in vital-signs testing, venipuncture and patient preparation for exams and procedures which are all verified through a skills check-off system.
BAMA's a great choice. You graduate a Nationally-Certified Medical Assistant. You are a Nationally-Certified Phlebotomist. You're a Certified EKG Technician, and they will connect you to take the State board exam. Go to BAMA. You have the opportunity to just grow and move up and just keep going.
I liked the hands-on training best. The training in class was set up to give you the experience of working in a doctor's office. You're trained to take vitals and give injections, among other things.
What I liked most about the medical assisting program is the hands-on learning. Mrs. Earby made it fun, and she told us about her real-life experience working as a medical assistant. I always looked forward to going to class. BAMA helped me reach my goal, and shaped me to be ...read more
Before coming to Bay Area Medical Academy, I was a Project Manager with an internet company. The program was short enough to make it a great fit for me to start a new career in the medical field. I was very happy with the instructors for my Medical Assistant program. ...read more
I feel so fortunate to have received the funding for my education at Bay Area Medical Academy. It enabled me to be trained, certified, and back in the workforce in less than nine months. As a San Francisco resident, voter, and tax-payer, it is my wish that this program continue ...read more
If you're looking for a fast and fun program that will change your life, check out Bay Area Medical Academy. Bay Area Medical Academy is a fantastic school. The professor is amazing and very helpful. This program has been an outstanding experience for me. Not only did I learn about ...read more
I lost my business and could not find a job for a long time. I was hopeless until I found out the free funding for the education provided by Bay Area Medical Academy. I felt very fortunate to have attended the Medical Assistant program for eight months and to be ...read more
UCSF Medical Center and the Bay Area Medical Academy (BAMA) share a passion for empowering healthcare professionals to be excellent providers of patient care services. Our common vision of patient-centered medicine has yielded a close collaboration between institutions on curriculum development, externship opportunities, and community outreach. UCSF recognizes BAMA certifications ...read more
We have worked with BAMA and are delighted with the talented employees we have been able to hire from their [Phlebotomy & Medical Assisting] programs. We have also been sending all of our administrative employees through the phlebotomy program at BAMA. We have chosen BAMA because of their dedication to ...read more
The MA students have always been well trained by Bay Area Medical Academy (BAMA). On a regular basis when there had been an opening at Ward 86 – Positive Health Program, we hire a former student from BAMA. Medical Assistants from BAMA have proven to be well prepared, fast learners, ...read more
Prepare for 3 Certifications: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician and EKG Technician!
Most employers now require Medical Assistants to have the CPT-1 certification, also referred to as a “license to draw blood.” So Bay Area Medical Academy offers a comprehensive 3-in-1 Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program that prepares students to become a CPT-1 Phlebotomist. Our friendly staff will support you through the entire application process. Our program prepares you to become a more marketable Medical Assistant on the job market with 3 certifications:
National Certified Medical Assistant
Certified EKG Technician, CET
California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT-1) / National Certified Phlebotomy Tech
The BAMA San Francisco campus is an approved NCPT/NCMA/NHA testing site. Exams are scheduled 2 weeks after completing the program. National exams are only held on weekends at the BAMA San Francisco Campus.
The best way to see if Bay Area Medical Academy is right for you is to contact an admissions representative. Get more information on our programs, class schedules, and financial aid options. Get more info now >>.
Where Do Our Graduates Work?
A great testament to our success and quality of teaching is the large number of students who get hired at leading Bay Area medical facilities. Bay Area Medical Academy graduates have gone on to work at:
REAL STORIES. REAL JOBS.
Funding Your Education
At Bay Area Medical Academy we understand that choosing to finance your education is a big decision – but you don’t have to take it on alone. Our Financial Aid Advisors are here to help you understand the best financing options available to you.
Financial Aid can be made up of federal grants and loans and is designed to help students with their educational related payments and cost-of-living. Every student, family and Financial Aid package is different. Don’t let the barrier of cost hold you back, come talk to one of our Financial Aid Advisors and we’ll assist you in any way that we can.
Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.
Schedule an Appointment with an Admissions Representative
Bay Area Medical Academy accepts candidates into the Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program based on an admissions procedure which includes an initial interview with one of our Admissions Representatives and a final interview with an instructor.
You can schedule an appointment with an Admissions Representative by calling our main office on 415-217-0077or by clicking on the button below.
Estimated total charges for the entire program is $15,438.00, which includes:
Non-refundable registration fee
Textbooks
Uniforms and ID cards
Lab/Materials fee
Graduation and administration fee
National/State exam(s)
CPR fee
License fee
The program qualifies for FAFSA. You can start a FAFSA application using BAMA’S school code: 042237. Once you have completed your application, our financial aid officer will be able to let you know if you qualify for financial aid and/or federal student loans.
Pell Grants, Sub and Unsub Loans are also available to students who qualify.
Depending on your situation, public funding for the program may be available through the Veteran GI Bill®, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and the Department of Rehabilitation.
The requirements for admission into the program are:
18 years or older
Graduation from high school or higher level academy
Payment of minimum deposit
A passing English test score of 70% or higher
Interview with a medical assisting instructor
2 sealed official transcripts
Many BAMA students come to the school with foreign diplomas or college degrees. You can enroll at BAMA if your foreign high school diploma is evaluated for equivalency in the US.
To officially enroll into the program you’ll need to meet with admissions staff and interview with the program director. To arrange an admissions appointment, please complete the quick and easy Schedule an Appointment form. Once the form is completed, admissions staff will contact you.
The program has ongoing enrollment at BAMA’s San Francisco and San Jose campuses. The schedule for the program is Monday through Friday, with morning, day, and evening tracks available.
Please check our calendar for the next enrollment dates.
Upcoming Start Dates
Campus: San Francisco
Start Date: April 8, 2019
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10 am to 3:30 pm
Campus: San Jose
Start Date: April 8, 2019
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 3 pm
Campus: San Francisco
Start Date: April 22, 2019
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 1 pm
Campus: San Francisco
Start Date: April 29, 2019
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 5:30 pm to 10 pm
Curious about other Medical Assisting classes?
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Is a Rewarding Career in Medical Assisting Right For You? Get More Info…
If you’re interested in learning more about Medical Assisting careers and exploring whether Bay Area Medical Academy is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.
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