Arizona College of Nursing
Arizona College
Our onsite academic programs prepare students for in-demand careers.
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From orientation to graduation, our team provides support at every step of your journey.
Our purpose is to provide people the opportunity to enhance their lives through education.
Offering 5 Allied Health programs that prepare you for a career in healthcare.
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Why our allied health school is right for you:
We currently offer 5 Allied Health programs for you to choose from at our Mesa, Arizona campus to help you prepare for a career in the growing healthcare industry. Our east valley healthcare school in Mesa is conveniently located close to Tempe, Chandler, and Gilbert. Benefit from expert instruction, hands-on technical training, and industry standard facilities with real medical equipment at Arizona College – Mesa. Click on one of our Allied Health program links below to learn more.
30-week undergraduate diploma program. Hybrid Online / In-Person Program.
34-week undergraduate diploma program. Hybrid Online / In-Person Program.
38-week undergraduate diploma program. Hybrid Online / In-Person Program.
30-week associate of applied science degree program. 100% Online Degree.
Our nursing-only Tempe campus opened in August 2018!
At Arizona College we take pride in our small class sizes and the personalized attention we are able to deliver to our students. Our Career Services team offers continued support to all Arizona College students and graduates with job search and employment services.
There are many benefits to attending Arizona College, including personalized attention from knowledgeable faculty, flexible program start dates, tutoring services, and financial aid options. Our Student Services team is also here to help you tackle daily needs such as class scheduling or transportation options.
Located just off Highways 101 and 202, Arizona College – Mesa is easily accessible from the light rail stop on Dobson and Main and from anywhere in the Phoenix East Valley. Request information now to talk with our Admissions team about our programs, enrollment processes, and campus tours. No GED or High School diploma is required.
Learn from medical experts at Arizona College. Our teaching staff has years of experience working in healthcare and they’re passionate about teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals. Whether you are interested in enrolling in our Medical Assistant Program, Pharmacy Technician Program, Medical Billing and Coding Program, Dental Assistant Program, or Health Care Administration Program, our faculty and staff will prepare you for a rewarding career in healthcare.
Due to COVID-19, we continue to monitor guidance from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as local requirements to update our protocols as needed.
Our Medical Assistant program with Phlebotomy training is a 30-week hybrid program that includes both online and in-person classes. The medical assistant program is divided into 3 academic quarters. After the on-campus portion of the program, each student completes an off-campus 5-week clinical externship. Including this externship, the entire program can be completed in under 7 months.
Arizona College’s dental assistant program takes a total of four quarters (38 weeks) to complete. It’s a hybrid program that includes both online and in-person classes. After completing the on-campus portion of the program, you’ll participate in an off-campus, eight-week clinical externship that provides you with real-world, hands-on experience in a dental practice setting. Not only will you be prepared for success through interactive learning, but two of the component exams necessary for certification, Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) and Infection Control (ICE), can be completed during the program.
34-week undergraduate diploma program offered at our Glendale & Mesa Campuses. Pharmacy technician training is hybrid program that contains both online and in-person classes. When you’re deciding where and how to obtain your pharmacy technician training, you’ll want a school that offers high-quality education in the classroom, personalized support, and the opportunity to get your hands dirty with real-life experience. Being both knowledgeable and experienced will make you a top candidate for employment after you get your diploma. Arizona College’s Pharmacy Technician program gives you the best of both worlds. Not only does the program hold a strong focus on classroom education, but you’ll also receive an off-site externship following the program’s completion.
30-week undergraduate diploma program offered at our Glendale & Mesa Campuses. This is a hybrid program that includes both online/in-person classes. Medical Billing and Coding (or Health Information) is an exciting, fast-growing, in-demand allied health field that can allow you to enter the medical field without providing direct patient care. Arizona College’s Medical Billing & Coding diploma program features an off-campus, 5-week clinical externship that provides you with real-world experience in the field of medical information. Including the externship, the program length is approximately 30 weeks (6 quarters).
30-week associate of applied science degree program offered at our Glendale & Mesa Campuses. HCA coursework features a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes coursework with an emphasis on management while preparing you to support the business side of a health office. Our health administration courses cover training on the computer skills required for your administrative role and are taught by experienced faculty. The healthcare administration degree is completed 100% online.
Sessions start every 5 weeks and we have accelerated morning and evening classes available. In addition, we offer Hybrid Online / In-Person classes in 4 of our healthcare career programs (See the Now Offering 5 Allied Health Programs section for list of hybrid programs).
We provide our students with tools to simplify everything from writing resumes and cover letters to job applications and more.
Fill out our request info form to speak with our Financial Aid Department to determine eligibility for available scholarships and financial aid programs.
Our Career Services team offers job search support and employment services to all Arizona College students and graduates, providing valuable tips and tools for resumes, cover letters, job applications, and preparing for interviews. We also provide our students support with conflict resolution, on-the-job success, networking, and planning for your future.
1 All Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized national accrediting agency.
The Pharmacy Technician program at Arizona College, Glendale is ASHP accredited. Accreditation is the act of granting credit or recognition, especially to an educational institution that maintains quality and compliance with the ASHP standards.
Everyone at Arizona College has been very helpful and friendly. The class size is smaller than most colleges which is what I like the most. Whitney Begay, Pharmacy Technician Program
Everyone at Arizona College has been very helpful and friendly. The class size is smaller than most colleges which is what I like the most.
Whitney Begay, Pharmacy Technician Program
I’ve really enjoyed my time here in the medical billing & coding program. I’ve feel as though I am well prepared for the field. I highly recommend Arizona College! Carey Kimble, Medical Billing & Coding Program
I’ve really enjoyed my time here in the medical billing & coding program. I’ve feel as though I am well prepared for the field. I highly recommend Arizona College!
Carey Kimble, Medical Billing & Coding Program
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Medical assistants facilitate communication between the patient care team and other healthcare entities, including pharmacies, referring physicians, hospitals, and outpatient facilities. They act as liaisons between physicians and their patients, and assist with relaying information about things like laboratory test results or prescribed treatment plans. Start your training to become an Arizona Medical Assistant today and click to learn more about how to earn your Medical Assistant Certificate.
A phlebotomist, also called a phlebotomy technician, is an allied health professional trained to draw blood for clinical or medical testing, transfusions, blood donations, or research. Click to learn more about Phlebotomist Certification.
Dental assistants work alongside dentists and dental hygienists to provide patient care during procedures and examinations. Their chairside tasks include handing instruments to the dentist and keeping patient’s mouths clean and dry with suction devices. Click to learn more about Dental Assistant Certification.
Medical billers and coders (also referred to as health information specialists, medical billing and coding specialists, or medical information specialists) work to ensure the quality and accuracy of medical records and billing accounts. Medical biller and coder duties may also include providing administrative support within their work environment. Click to learn more about Medical Billing and Coding Certification.
Pharmacy technicians work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. They work as part of a team filling prescriptions by preparing and dispensing pharmaceutical drugs to customers or other healthcare professionals. If working in a retail setting, they also provide customer service directly to those who visit the pharmacy. Click to learn more about Pharmacy Technician Certification.
Health care administrators (HCAs) oversee the day-to-day administrative functions of various health care organizations and provide leadership within medical practices or other health care settings.