STUDENT EXPERIENCE

What to Expect as a Medical Assistant Student

Wondering what it's really like? Here's a look inside our 18-week program — from your first day to graduation.

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Weeks to Graduate
18
Total Tuition
$4,490
Next Start Date
June 20, 2026
Down Payment as Low As
$1950

Your 18-Week Journey

Our program is designed to take you from beginner to job-ready in 18 weeks. Here's what your experience will look like:

1

Weeks 1-2: Building Your Foundation

You'll start by learning the fundamentals — medical terminology, professional conduct, and the basics of working in a medical office. You'll meet your classmates and instructors, and start getting comfortable in a clinical environment.

2

Weeks 3-12: Hands-On Clinical Training

This is where it gets real. You'll practice clinical skills in a real medical office environment, working with actual equipment and tools. You'll learn phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs measurement, injections, and clinical procedures.

3

Weeks 13-15: Certification Prep

We'll prepare you for the CCMA national certification exam with review sessions, practice tests, and study support. You'll take and pass your certification before you graduate.

4

Weeks 16-18: Externship

Put everything you've learned into practice during your externship at a local medical office. You'll work alongside licensed professionals, gaining real-world experience that employers value.

A Typical Week

Classroom Learning

Each week includes structured classroom time where you'll learn the theory and knowledge behind medical assisting — from anatomy and terminology to patient care protocols and office procedures.

Hands-On Practice

Our classes take place in real medical offices, so you'll practice on the same equipment you'll use in your career. This isn't a simulation — it's the real thing.

What You'll Learn

  • Medical terminology
  • Vital signs measurement
  • Phlebotomy (blood draws)
  • EKG procedures
  • Injection techniques
  • Patient intake & documentation
  • Clinical procedures
  • Infection control
  • Office administration
  • CCMA certification prep

Small Classes, Big Support

Our class sizes are small by design, so you get the individual attention you need. Your instructors are experienced medical professionals who are invested in your success — and our student support team is here to help with everything from scheduling to career placement.

What Are Our Students Saying?
My experience over all is great I love learning new things especially for the career I'm in, the school could do better as far a class placement students should receive real ids scrubs should be ordered before school starts , students should be able to set up their own payment arrangements that's convenient for them with out over paying.. I love love love the instructors the are very reliable they're helpful and they're there when needed. Read less
My experience over all is great I love learning new things especially for the career I'm in, the school could do better as far a class placement students should receive real ids scrubs should be or... Read more
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Kiya Rankins
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The material and hands on experience I got from my weekly labs are truly helpful. I have been able to find a job thanks to my knowledge learned in just 8 weeks of class. Definitely made the right choice of school to start my career off right! Read less
The material and hands on experience I got from my weekly labs are truly helpful. I have been able to find a job thanks to my knowledge learned in just 8 weeks of class. Definitely made the right c... Read more
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Jennifer MendeZ
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It was a great school I graduated and passed.
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Mesha Noelle
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My experience so far has been amazing yet challenging because my learning style is different from everyone else’s. But when I say Ms. Cierra & Ms. Tina deserves the world for how much they do for us. From over explaining something if we don’t get it to not moving on unless WE ALL as a class understand it as one. I love them & I truly appreciate those amazing women & this program. Read less
My experience so far has been amazing yet challenging because my learning style is different from everyone else’s. But when I say Ms. Cierra & Ms. Tina deserves the world for how much they do for u... Read more
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monique pettis
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I appreciated in so many ways, instructor Tiasha M. Tiasha has helped in providing dedication and knowledge in her craft of teaching students. Thank you for your dedication, your patience , keep being a inspiration to current,former and future students. 😁 Read less
I appreciated in so many ways, instructor Tiasha M. Tiasha has helped in providing dedication and knowledge in her craft of teaching students. Thank you for your dedication, your patience , keep b... Read more
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Victoria Jaimes
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I’d highly recommend if interested in learning fast pace but yet, sufficiently. A big thanks to Ms. Trina and Mrs. Sierra for being the greatest teachers!
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z mmm
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I enrolled and took the chance to start this program and I don't regret it not one bit. Miss Tina and Cierra are amazing instructors! This program is so fun & informative and will prepare you to be one of the best Medical Assistants. Read less
I enrolled and took the chance to start this program and I don't regret it not one bit. Miss Tina and Cierra are amazing instructors! This program is so fun & informative and will prepare you to be... Read more
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jocelyn perez
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Enrolled and am loving the program. Very professional and informative, this program will have you ready to be a MA in no time. I had instructors Sierra and Miss Tina and they're both great!
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David Kennedy
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I have enjoyed my experience at the Olympia Fields Location! I have learned a lot in such a short time and I know I’ll be more than prepared once I finish the course. Sierra and Tina are Amazing!!!
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Kandied ByKema
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Tiasha is an amazing instructor she’s very helpful and has so much knowledge I appreciate her. She needs a raise They school overall needs to partner with more clinics and/or hospitals to make it easier to find externships. Read less
Tiasha is an amazing instructor she’s very helpful and has so much knowledge I appreciate her. She needs a raise They school overall needs to partner with more clinics and/or hospitals to make it e... Read more
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Mesha Weston
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