Healthcare Programs at AZC in Glendale
Offering 6 healthcare career education programs that prepare you for a medical role.
Classes begin January 12th
Why Our Healthcare Programs School in Glendale, AZ Is Right For You
- No waitlist for enrollment
- All programs can be completed in under 9 months
- Online / In-Person hybrid classes available for certain programs
- No High School Diploma or GED needed for the majority of diploma programs
- New class sessions start about every 5 weeks
All Arizona College campuses are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency. The Pharmacy Technician program at Arizona College is is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).
Offering 6 Healthcare Career Training Programs in Glendale
We currently offer 6 allied health programs for you to choose from at our Glendale, Arizona campus to help prepare for a career in the healthcare industry including Medical Assistant Program with Phlebotomy, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Massage Therapy, Health Care Administration, and Dental Assistant. Our west valley healthcare school in Glendale is conveniently located close to Peoria and the I-17 highway.
Between our no waitlist for enrollment, fast-track admissions, and new class sessions starting every 5 weeks, we make your first step towards a new career in healthcare accessible and convenient.
Small Class Sizes & Personalized Attention
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. Benefit from experienced instructors, hands-on technical training, and industry standard facilities with real medical equipment at Arizona College – Glendale. Click on one of our healthcare program links below to learn more.
Medical Assistant Program with Phlebotomy
31-week undergraduate diploma program. Hybrid Online / In-Person Program.
Massage Therapy Program
35-week undergraduate diploma program. *All classes are In-Person.
Medical Billing and Coding Program
30-week undergraduate diploma program. Hybrid Online / In-Person Program.
Pharmacy Technician Program
34-week undergraduate diploma program. Hybrid Online / In-Person Program.
Dental Assistant Program
38-week undergraduate diploma program. Hybrid Online / In-Person Program.
Health Care Administration Program
30-week associate of applied science degree program. 100% Online Degree.
No High School Diploma? We Have Options
A High School diploma is not a requirement for diploma program enrollment – We have options for students enrolling without a high school diploma or GED. PT and HCA programs are not eligible for the ATB program, to learn more visit Admissions Requirements.
Just off I-17, Arizona College – Glendale is easy to find, and easy to get to, from nearly anywhere in the Phoenix metro area. Located about 9 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix, Glendale and bordered to the northwest by Peoria, El Mirage, and Surprise. To the southwest from Glendale are the Goodyear and Litchfield Park areas.
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A Healthcare Career School in Glendale, AZ
Our Glendale campus offers the following programs: Medical Assistant Program with Phlebotomy, Massage Therapy, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant, and Health Care Administration. Conveniently located in the west valley, our healthcare careers program school serves the entire Phoenix Valley including Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, Goodyear, and Litchfield Park.
Additional hours available upon request.
Glendale Allied Health Program Overviews
Learn from medical professionals 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, Massage Therapy Program, or Health Care Administration Program, our faculty and staff will prepare you for a rewarding career in healthcare.
Medical Assistant Program
Massage Therapy School
Pharmacy Technician Program
Medical Assistant Program
Our Medical Assistant program with Phlebotomy training is a 31-week program with a hybrid of online / 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 6-week clinical externship. Including this externship, the entire program can be completed in under 7 months.
Arizona Medical Assistants are not required to have certification in order to work in the field. However, graduates of our program are recommended to become certified as either a Registered or Certified Medical Assistant or Phlebotomy Technician to enhance their resume and knowledge in the field.
Dental Assistant Program
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.
Arizona Dental Assistants enjoy a balance of connecting with people through patient care, taking x-rays, maintaining patient records, and scheduling appointments. 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.
Pharmacy Technician Program
34-week undergraduate diploma program offered at our Glendale & Mesa Campuses. Our pharmacy technician diploma is a hybrid program that includes hybrid online / 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 for 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 opportunity for an off-site externship following the program’s completion.
Massage Therapy Program
35-week undergraduate diploma program offered at our Glendale Campus. Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of others and want to help enhance people’s health and well-being? Can you envision yourself providing therapeutic touch to others? Have you ever experienced the numerous benefits of a massage? If so, you should consider becoming a massage therapist!
Arizona College offers comprehensive massage therapy training at our Glendale campus. Our hands-on massage therapy program, which takes 35 weeks and has flexible start dates, prepares you with the education and skills required for success in the field. *All classes for our massage therapy program are in-person.
Medical Billing & Coding Program
Arizona College’s Medical Billing & Coding diploma program includes a mixture of online and in-person classes, along with a 5-week clinical externship that provides you with real-world healthcare experience. Including the externship, the program length is approximately 30 weeks (6 quarters).
30-week undergraduate diploma program offered at our Glendale & Mesa Campuses. Medical Billing and Coding (or Health Information) is an exciting and rewarding allied health field that can allow you to enter the medical field without providing direct patient care.
Healthcare Administration
30-week associate of applied science degree program offered 100% online through our Glendale campus. 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 a 100% online program.
Healthcare Career Program FAQ’s
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. Click to learn more about Medical Assistant Certification.
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 the eligibility requirements for a 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.
Massage therapists use touch to manipulate soft-tissue muscles of the body, providing beneficial treatments and relief from pain. One of their key responsibilities is identifying appropriate therapeutic treatments for their clients. Massage therapy practitioners can provide different types of bodywork, including deep-tissue massage, Swedish massage, sports massage, and prenatal massage. Click to learn how to become a licensed massage therapist.
Flexible Schedules
Sessions start every 5 weeks and we have convenient morning and evening classes available.
Career Services
We provide our students with tools to simplify everything from writing resumes and cover letters to job applications and more.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Fill out our request info form to speak with our Financial Aid Department to determine eligibility for available scholarships and financial aid programs.
Healthcare Career Tools For Your Success
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.
New students will receive an iPad and Bluetooth keyboard included in their tuition, to use throughout school and keep upon graduation. This includes all programs with the exception of Massage Therapy. For students who started the program 3/4/2024 and beyond they will receive a Massage Table Kit which will be provided prior to completion of the third session.
Directions from Your Area
Driving Distance From Glendale to Tempe
The distance from Arizona College – Glendale to the Tempe, AZ area is about 20 miles or 30 minutes of driving.
Driving Directions
- From the Tempe area, get on the AZ-202/AZ-202 Loop traveling West through Phoenix.
- Take the I-10 W exit and then take Arizona Veterans Memorial Hwy (I-17 N) to Black Canyon Access Rd.
- From I-17 N, take exit 207
- Lastly, take W Dunlap Ave toward Windsor Square and you will see Arizona College located in the Brookwood Commerce Centre on your left.
Driving Distance: Glendale to Phoenix
The driving distance from the Downtown Phoenix area to our Glendale Allied Health School is about 12 miles and takes about 20 minutes.
Driving Directions
- From Downtown Phoenix, head west on West Washington Street and take a right onto North 7th Avenue right after the Phoenix Police Department headquarters building.
- Take North 7th Avenue and get on I-17 N to Black Canyon Access Rd.
- Take exit 207 from I-17 N
- Finally, take the exit onto W Dunlap Ave past Cortez Park and you will see Arizona College – Glendale on the left located in the Brookwood Commerce Centre.
How Far is Scottsdale from Glendale?
Driving from the Scottsdale area to our Allied Health school in Glendale takes about 35 minutes and is a distance of about 17 miles.
Driving Directions
- From the Scottsdale area, get to North Scottsdale Road and follow it up to travel west on East Camelback Road toward the Biltmore area.
- Continue on East Camelback Road Drive and turn right on North 32nd Street after the Biltmore Commerce Center.
- Take a left onto East Lincoln Drive and continue onto West Glendale Avenue until taking a right onto North 43rd Avenue after passing La Pradera Park on your left.
- Arizona College – Glendale will be on your left, located in the Brookwood Commerce Centre.
Accreditations
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.aacnnursing.org).
The Pharmacy Technician program at Arizona College is is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).