Tuition-Free Medical Assistant & EKG/Phlebotomy Program in baton rouge

Become a Medical Assistant

Apply by Jan. 27th

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Apply by Jan. 27th -

Start your new career in healthcare in Spring 2024!

  • Earn an industry-recognized credential & college credit

  • Take online classes, in-person labs, & an externship with advanced training in Phlebotomy & EKG techniques

  • Complete the program in just 12 months

  • $0 tuition + $500 stipend to cover materials needed through the program and externship

  • Interview with top healthcare systems to launch your career and earn a high salary

  • Eligibility Requirements:

    • High school graduate or GED holder

    • Must be 18 years old at the time of application

    • NOT enrolled at a another 2 or 4 year college or university during the program and have not received a Bachelor’s degree

    • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 OR willing to start the vaccine series before the program starts (unless prohibited by state or local laws)

    • Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Propel America and The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) are proud to offer a new 12-month Medical Assistant program that includes advanced training in EKG processes and Phlebotomy techniques!

The Medical Assistant (MA) Fellowship at Propel America is a tuition-free, asynchronous academic and clinical training program that includes online classes, in-person labs, & onsite internships.

What to Expect

START January 2024

Get hired in just 12 months!

48-Week Program

Certification training in Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy & EKG

12 Courses

Online with 3 in-person clinical training sessions

150-HOUR EXTERNSHIP

150-hour externship with Propel’s employer partners

COACHING

Regular coaching sessions with a dedicated career coach

EXAM PREP

Certification exam prep and credential awarded

is this program right for me?:

  • Medical assistants take patients' vital signs, such as their blood pressure, and complete administrative and clinical tasks, such as scheduling appointments.

  • Phlebotomy and EKG specialists typically record patient history and measure vital signs, help physicians with patient examinations, give patient injections, and prepare blood for laboratory tests.

  • The 12-month Medical Assistant program builds on entry-level training in the basics of EKG processes and phlebotomy techniques. If you find yourself in a role that requires certification in the more focused and specialized sub-categories of EKG Technician and/or Phlebotomy Technician, these are also available after you graduate.

  • The 12-month MA program offers:

    • Customized course assignments and activities geared toward online learners, based on feedback from industry experts

    • New, enhanced “Intro to Medical Assisting” course that provides “A day in the life of an MA.”

    • Improved, innovative use of simulations to familiarize and enhance confidence with clinical skills

    • “Preview of externship” through 30 hours of virtual clinical scenarios prior to actual on-site externship

    • Upon graduation from Medical Assisting, eligible for additional certifications from NAHP

  • Fellows seeking national certification to advance in their career must do the following:

    • Complete an accredited Medical Assisting program, such as this one.

    • Take and pass the NRCMA exam offered through the NAHP

    • Determine which additional certification you want to take next and apply via www.nahpusa.com.

    • Pay the registration fee & purchase your study materials through the NAHP website.

    • Take the next credentialing exam at the time, date, and location you selected during registration.

    • Wait until you receive your new credentials in the mail from the NAHP before applying for any additional credential of your choice.

  • Yes! This program qualifies graduates to sit for three NATIONAL exams:

    o NRCMA: Nationally Registered – Certified Medical Assistant (included with CHCP program tuition)

    o NRCEKG: Nationally Registered – Certified EKG Technician (optional at graduate’s expense)

    o NRCPT: Nationally Registered – Certified Phlebotomy Technician (optional at graduate’s expense)

  • Check out our FAQ page!

Why Propel?

  • Earn a Higher Salary

    After completing our program, prepare to launch your career and earn a minimum starting salary of $31,000

  • Launch Your Career in Just 12 Months

    Guaranteed interviews with Propel’s network of Employer Partners.

  • Pay $0 tuition + receive a $500 stipend

    The program is tuition free. Fellows can use the $500 stipend to cover materials, and at their own discretion.

  • Get Free Coaching Support

    Our certified coaches will ensure you are hire-ready, aiding candidates in navigating our courses.

hear from propel fellows

  • "Propel helped me to strategize balancing school and work, planning, and time management... The things that we do save lives."

    Chris Spears

  • “Propel Success Coach Hassan was there for us the whole time. He always supported us on any questions we had.”

    Qua’eesa Conley-Davis

  • "At first, I was nervous, afraid I was going to mess up. But through my externship, I found that taking care of patients wasn’t so hard. It felt so good to be a helping hand."

    Christina Torres

Know Someone Who Should be

A Medical Assistant?

Refer a friend or family member & receive a $50 gift card if they complete the application requirements for the Propel America fellowship

Take the First Step

Take the First Step

Take the first step towards your new career

Apply today to begin your career journey in the healthcare field. Receive individual coaching, tuition-free college credits, job training, and guaranteed interviews upon completion with healthcare networks ready to hire you.

Still have questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us.