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4.8 · 34 Google Reviews

Become a Medical Assistant in 18 Weeks

schedule 18-Week Program payments $44K+ Median† medical_services Real Office Training

Train at Center for Athletic Medicine and graduate job-ready — starting from $182.86/week.

Weekly amount is based on $4,490 tuition with a $950 deposit over 21 weeks, and includes a $300 payment-plan fee. Paying in full avoids the fee.

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18 Weeks
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$44K+†
Salary

Median annual wage for Medical Assistants. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook. Your earnings may vary based on location, employer, and experience.

Why Chicago Medical Assistant School?

What Sets Us Apart

We train you inside a working medical office, so your first day feels like week two.

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Real Medical Office

Classes held on-site at Center for Athletic Medicine . Learn on actual equipment in a modern setting.

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Instructor-Led

Taught by experienced professionals with strong student satisfaction scores.

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Job Placement

Direct access to our network of partner employers across Chicago.

Medical Assistant Student Reviews
4.8 · 34 Google Reviews
This class has helped me gain the confidence and knowledge for when I enter in a clinic! The teachers were amazing and helped me improve my skills within phlebotomy and overall vitals.
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Leah Pallisco
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I had an amazing experience. I did learn a lot that in the past I had no clue about. I made so many memories and I'm so glad that I joined this course. I loved it. ♡
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Stacy
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I’m in the medical assistant class. I highly recommend this school. The instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. If you are a beginner which most of us are not familiar with the program. The instructors are very professional and will help you learn and will answer any questions that you might have. The materials are there for you to practice on with. If you study and pay attention it is no way you should not succeed. Read less
I’m in the medical assistant class. I highly recommend this school. The instructors are very knowledgeable and helpful. If you are a beginner which most of us are not familiar with the program. The... Read more
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Nichole Henson
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I highly recommend this school to anyone interested in becoming a Medical Assistant! From day one, I felt welcomed and supported. The program is well organized, hands-on, and has given me the confidence to learn new skills every week. A huge thank you to Ms. Sierra, Ms. Angie, and Ms. Tina. They are knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about their students’ success. They always take the time to explain everything clearly, answer every question, and encourage us to do our best. Their positive attitude and dedication make the learning experience enjoyable and motivating. I’m so thankful to be part of this program and appreciate everything they have done for me. Thank you for helping me take an important step toward my future career! Read less
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I highly recommend this school to anyone interested in becoming a Medical Assistant! From day one, I felt welcomed and supported. The program is well organized, hands-on, and has given me th... Read more
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Meso
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This School is amazing!! Each instructor has been extremely informative and helpful during my classes and my classmates were all nice and easy to work with. I’ve learned so much and I’m eager to continue my career in the medical field utilizing the skills I’ve acquired while attending CMAS! Read less
This School is amazing!! Each instructor has been extremely informative and helpful during my classes and my classmates were all nice and easy to work with. I’ve learned so much and I’m eager to co... Read more
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KANLAYA PEARSON
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Let me start a off and say that this school was not bad I loved my instructors ms.Tina, ms.cierra
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Khahlya Horton
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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 enjoyable to show up to class. Read less
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 ... Read more
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Bianca Tellez
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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
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Stephanie Burbridge
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I am currently enrolled and I will be graduating early June and it’s been so great so far. I feel confident about getting my certification, I feel like the instructors do a really good job at explaining and helping me understand. definitely a good program to consider! Read less
I am currently enrolled and I will be graduating early June and it’s been so great so far. I feel confident about getting my certification, I feel like the instructors do a really good job at expla... Read more
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celia austin
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It is a place to be.The dedicated instructors are so passionate to impacting knowledge. They instill confidence onto and into the students. Their encouragement onto the students is a big booster with huge ripple effect on the whole class of students learning with little or no stress. Read less
It is a place to be.The dedicated instructors are so passionate to impacting knowledge. They instill confidence onto and into the students. Their encouragement onto the students is a big booster... Read more
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Mathias Che Asongwe
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18-Week Curriculum

From Zero to Job-Ready

Online prep plus in-person labs at our partner medical office.

Phase 1

Foundations

  • → Medical Terminology
  • → Infection Control & Vital Signs
Phase 2

Clinical Skills

  • → Phlebotomy & Injections
  • → EKG & Lab Testing
Phase 3

Advanced & Specialty

  • → Advanced Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing
  • → Pediatric & OB/GYN Procedures
Phase 4

Career Launch

  • → Resume & Interview Prep
  • → CCMA Exam Prep
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Frequently Asked Questions

We don't accept financial aid. Tuition is $4,490 and you have two ways to pay it: in full before the program starts, or as a deposit followed by weekly auto-drafted payments. Both options, and what each one costs, are listed on our tuition page. If neither one works for your situation, call us and we'll go through the options available to you.

Yes, you can pay by check. Checks must be sent two weeks before your start date, and you must call our admissions team to provide a tracking number. They should be addressed to Zollege Management Inc., 7701 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78752.

The time it takes to become a Medical Assistant varies between schools and certification programs. Our curriculum is 18-weeks long and fully prepares students to start working as a medical assistant.

Chicago Medical Assistant School is a hands-on learning program. We take a different approach from traditional education. Our classes take place in a medical office rather than a classroom, with a hands-on component to every part of our course. Classes begin with a lecture and discussion, but most of the class time is spent in labs learning the essential techniques of medical assisting. When our students graduate and begin their career, they feel at home in a medical office.

As a newly hired Medical Assistant, your employer will expect you to know the basic skills of medical assisting. Those fundamental skills are exactly what we focus on teaching our students. Our custom-designed curriculum sets students up for success by covering precisely what doctors will expect them to know.

When you graduate from any medical assisting school you receive a certificate of completion. Many students ask if they can expect to make a higher starting salary if they attend a longer program. The starting salary for a Medical Assistant does not depend on how long you spent in school or how much you paid for your schooling.

Medical Assistants perform a variety of duties, including but not limited to assisting the doctor, carrying out clinical tasks, and completing administrative work.

Medical assistants may perform many different clinical duties including taking and recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and drawing blood. Administrative tasks are equally important in the medical assisting field; medical assistants are also in charge of scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, working with insurance files, and billing.

Assistants are responsible for making patients feel at ease while also preparing them for treatment. During medical visits, assistants often work alongside the doctor.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of medical assistants is projected to grow 12 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. For more information, please visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics website.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for medical assistants was $44,200 as of May 2024. For more information, please visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics website.

Benefits vary by practice and should be discussed with the hiring practice.

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Chicago Medical Assistant School - Lincoln Park

Our mission is to enable students to get affordable training and start their careers with little or no debt! We are committed to providing quality education and support to help our students launch their careers.

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