YOUR CAREER PATH

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.

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Weeks to Graduate
30
Total Tuition
$5,490
Next Start Date
May 4, 2026
Down Payment as Low As
$1950

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:

1

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.

2

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.

3

Gain Real-World Experience

Work in a real medical office through our externship program, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.

4

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.

5

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?
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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 questions it was a comfort level for me. I really miss my Saturday classes. Read less
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... Read more
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Jacinta Miles
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I just want to say there are literally no better teachers than Mrs Janice, Tisha, Martine, and Simone! Anybody else can kick rocks LOL. But listen, no seriously they are the best. They are worth even visiting. I could give them all a big hug. Those 6 months went by fast but I learned so much and I appreciate their help and their passion for teaching others learn all the skills we need to become CMAs. Thank you all! - Much love from one of y’all’s favorite ✊🏼❤️ Maya Read less
I just want to say there are literally no better teachers than Mrs Janice, Tisha, Martine, and Simone! Anybody else can kick rocks LOL. But listen, no seriously they are the best. They are worth ev... Read more
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Mai Hairington
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Ms. Janice is the best instructor, she is very patient, understandable, and always in a good mood.
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Jerremy Tejada
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Ms. Janice is an exceptional medical assistant instructor who truly cares about her students success. She explains material clearly, takes the time to make sure everyone understands, and is always willing to help when someone needs extra support. Her real-world experience makes the lessons practical and easy to connect to clinical settings. Ms. Janice creates a positive and encouraging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and growing at their own pace. She pushes us to do our best while still being patient and understanding. I’m grateful to have had her as an instructor, and I feel confident and prepared for the medical field because of her guidance. Read less
Ms. Janice is an exceptional medical assistant instructor who truly cares about her students success. She explains material clearly, takes the time to make sure everyone understands, and is always ... Read more
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Xandra
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I have really enjoyed the journey in this program, especially with Ms Janice!!! She always makes sure to give more details on materials we are going over in class to better understand it. Ms Janice also has the patience of a saint lol Read less
I have really enjoyed the journey in this program, especially with Ms Janice!!! She always makes sure to give more details on materials we are going over in class to better understand it. Ms Janice... Read more
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Dayana Reynoso
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I would do this program all over just to learn all I can from the instructors again, I love everything about it, my drive to class might have been overly trafficked, but I made it everyday, and enjoyed everyday with my class mates, was able to pass my NHA first try with my team and we all will be able to find jobs andddd i actually find a job not too long after, so i am tremendous grateful to ms. janis, ms. tisha, ms. candy, ms. marten(not sure if i spelled it right forgive me), but all of them taught my things to use in my new journey in this field and and thank you so much!!!!!!!!!! Read less
I would do this program all over just to learn all I can from the instructors again, I love everything about it, my drive to class might have been overly trafficked, but I made it everyday, and enj... Read more
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Jaidian M Turner
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Tisha and Janice are amazing! They helped us throughout the whole processed and made the program super easy! I was super nervous before starting but they made it flow amazing! I appreciate them both and now I am a certified medical assistant! Amazing teachers! Read less
Tisha and Janice are amazing! They helped us throughout the whole processed and made the program super easy! I was super nervous before starting but they made it flow amazing! I appreciate them bot... Read more
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Kelsie Garcia
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Mrs. Tesha is the best! When I first started I was nervous but she made me comfortable and walked me through blood draws. She takes her time to explain and was very patient us! This lady knows her stuff and you can tell she loves what she does. I just graduated and she helped me with my resume and even helped me get a job! Read less
Mrs. Tesha is the best! When I first started I was nervous but she made me comfortable and walked me through blood draws. She takes her time to explain and was very patient us! This lady knows her ... Read more
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Amyllyon D
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My experience was good I love Mrs Tasha and Mrs Janice they are the main ones that was patient with all of us and you can tell they love what they do .. I want to say thank you to the both of them for my experience in the program Read less
My experience was good I love Mrs Tasha and Mrs Janice they are the main ones that was patient with all of us and you can tell they love what they do .. I want to say thank you to the both of them ... Read more
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Videos With Zia
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the best and fastest school , absolutely loved my instructors!!! very very satisfied and happy to have graduated from here
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Zianna Shinhoster
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