How to Become a Medical Assistant in Chicago
Start a rewarding healthcare career in as little as 18 weeks — no prior experience needed. Here's your step-by-step guide.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Apply now and a member of our admissions team will walk you through everything you need to know.
- Weeks to Graduate
- 18 Weeks
- Next Start Date
- May 30, 2026
- Total Tuition
- $4,490
Become a Medical Assistant in 5 Steps
Medical assistants are in high demand across and the surrounding area. Here's how you can start your new career:
Apply to Chicago Medical Assistant School
Fill out our simple application — it takes about a minute. No prerequisites, no entrance exams. Our admissions team will guide you through the rest.
Complete Your Training
In just 18 weeks, you'll learn everything from medical terminology and clinical procedures to hands-on skills in a real medical office. Topics include phlebotomy, EKG, and vitals measurement.
Gain Real-World Experience
Work in a real medical office through our externship program, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.
Get Certified
Pass the CCMA exam — we include prep and the certification exam in your program so you graduate ready to work anywhere in the country.
Start Your Career
Our career services team helps connect you with local medical offices that are hiring. We assist with resume preparation, interview coaching, and job placement.
Why Is a Great Place to Start
Medical assistants are in demand across and . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations.
18 Weeks
From enrollment to graduation
$0 Student Debt
Graduate debt-free with our payment plans
Career Support
Job placement help after graduation
No Experience Needed
You don't need any prior healthcare experience or college coursework to enroll. Our program is designed for people from all backgrounds who are ready for a career change. All you need is a desire to learn and a commitment to your future.
What Are Our Students Saying?
Let me start a off and say that this school was not that bad I loved my instructors ms.Tina, ms.cierra the part that I wasn’t to found on was that they are in a way money hungry and need to originize better I feel like we pay to much for t…
I’ve had a great experience in my medical assisting program thanks to Ms. Sierra, Ms. Angie, and Ms. Tina. They are kind, organized, and very encouraging, always pushing everyone to succeed. Their positive energy makes it easy and enjoyabl…
I was scared at first when i came to the class but the teacher are hands on and they take they time and show u everything u need i like the class and glad i made a decision to take it
Your New Career Starts Here
Join thousands of graduates who have launched medical assistant careers with Chicago Medical Assistant School.