How to Become a Medical Assistant in Atlanta
Start a rewarding healthcare career in as little as 30 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
- 30 Weeks
- Next Start Date
- June 14, 2026
- Total Tuition
- $6,490
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 Atlanta 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 30 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.
30 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?
I graduated about a two weeks ago and Mrs.Tesha was my favorite teacher I’ve been telling my friends and family about joining the school my cousin told me she only wants to join if Mrs.Tesha can teach her as good as she did with me thank y…
I had a wonderful experience with the Saturday classes here! As someone who is hard of hearing, I was initially nervous, but the entire team made me feel incredibly comfortable and helped me adapt to the environment. A huge thank you to…
THIS CLASS WAS AMAZING MRS. TISHA, MS. JANICE, MS. SYMONE, MS. MARTINE I’VE LEARNED A LOT AND WOULD RECOMMEND THIS CLASS TO ANYONE LOOKING TO BE IN THE MEDICAL FIELD. The instructors always made me feel COMFORTABLE and never afraid to ask …
Your New Career Starts Here
Join thousands of graduates who have launched medical assistant careers with Atlanta Medical Assistant School.