Phlebotomy & EKG Technician
Learn to draw blood and record the heart’s rhythm.
Earn the Phlebotomy & ECG Technician Diploma (ECG is also called EKG). Study in live online classes, then build hands-on skills in an externship at a doctor’s office or clinic near you. The program prepares you for the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) and Certified EKG Technician (CET) exams.
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Next Term Starts January 3, 2027! Limited spots are available.
One diploma, two in-demand skills.
A focused path to drawing blood and performing ECGs, with certification prep built in.
Phlebotomy & ECG Technician Diploma
$14,688 total program cost
Study invasive and non-invasive clinical procedures, anatomy and physiology, healthcare law and ethics, and communication for healthcare professionals, then finish with a phlebotomy and ECG review course and a hands-on externship.
Leads to: Phlebotomy technician and EKG technician roles
Why study phlebotomy and ECG at American National University
Clinical skills employers need, with classes you can join from home.
Live online instruction
Classes meet by live video with an instructor, with self-paced coursework in between.
Two skills, one program
Learn both blood collection and electrocardiography, so you can take on more responsibilities in a lab, clinic, or hospital.
Hands-on externship
Put your skills into practice at a doctor’s office or clinic local to you, alongside working healthcare professionals.
Built-in certification prep
A dedicated review course prepares you for the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) and Certified EKG Technician (CET) exams.
A strong clinical foundation
Two anatomy and physiology courses give you the background to understand the procedures you perform.
An advisor who knows your name
One point of contact from enrollment through graduation — not a rotating call queue.
How it works
Built for students already juggling a full life.
Learn the fundamentals
Start with anatomy and physiology, healthcare law and ethics, and communication for healthcare professionals.
Build clinical skills
Learn invasive procedures like blood collection and non-invasive procedures like performing ECGs.
Complete your externship
Gain real-world experience at a doctor’s office or clinic in your area.
Get certified
Review for the CPT and CET exams and graduate ready to pursue phlebotomy and EKG technician roles.
Where this program leads
Here’s what the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects for careers connected to this diploma.
Phlebotomist
connected to the phlebotomy side of the diploma 7% projected employment growth, 2025–2035 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, reviewed September 25, 2026Cardiovascular Technologist & Technician
includes EKG technicians, connected to the ECG side of the diploma 4% projected employment growth, 2025–2035 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, reviewed September 25, 2026Getting started
Start dates, admissions, and paying for it.
Start dates
New terms begin multiple times a year — American National University runs roughly five main terms annually, plus mid-session start options, so you’re rarely far from your next start date.
Admissions requirements
Applicants meet two admissions criteria, such as a high school GPA of 2.5 or higher, qualifying GED, SAT, or ACT scores, ANU placement exams, or prior college credit. An advisor can walk you through your options.
Financial aid
Federal aid (FAFSA-based grants, loans, and work-study) is available to those who qualify and can be combined with American National University’s own institutional grants and scholarships, including options for military families and employer tuition assistance.
Your externship
The externship is completed in person at a doctor’s office or clinic, based on site availability, and may require a commute.
Frequently asked questions
Is this program fully online?
Your classes are online, with live video sessions and self-paced coursework. The hands-on externship takes place in person at a doctor’s office or clinic local to you, based on site availability.
Is ECG the same as EKG?
Yes. ECG and EKG both mean electrocardiogram, a test that records the heart’s electrical activity. The diploma is named Phlebotomy & ECG Technician, and it prepares you for the Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam.
What will I study?
Courses include Basic Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Health Care Law and Ethics, Communication for the Healthcare Professional, Invasive Clinical Procedures, Non-Invasive Clinical Procedures, Microsoft Office, a Phlebotomy & ECG Review course, and the Phlebotomy & ECG Externship.
Which certifications does it prepare me for?
The program prepares you to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) and Certified EKG Technician (CET) exams offered through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
What does the program cost?
The diploma is 36 credit hours at $408 per credit hour, for a total program cost of $14,688.
Where can I work?
Graduates may pursue roles such as phlebotomy technician, ECG technician, or laboratory assistant. Phlebotomists most often work in hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, and physician offices.
Is American National University accredited?
Yes. American National University is institutionally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Phlebotomy & ECG Technician Diploma is offered through the Salem, Virginia campus.
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DEAC-accredited
American National University is institutionally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. This program is offered through the Salem, Virginia campus.
Certification-focused
The curriculum prepares you for two national certifications from the National Healthcareer Association: CPT and CET.
Room to grow
Start with a focused diploma, and talk with an advisor about how your credits may apply if you continue your education later.
Ready to start your healthcare career?
Talk to an advisor about cost, your externship, and your start date — no pressure, no obligation.
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