ABHES Accredited Institution • Hybrid Program

Medical Assistant Program in California — with Hands-On Labs

Train for a healthcare career through live online classes, campus skills labs, and real-world externship experience — designed for students who want flexibility without losing hands-on practice.

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9 Months Hybrid Format Hands-On Labs Externship Included Career Services Support
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Built for Real Students

Is this program right for you?

ACHT's Medical Assistant program is designed to fit the lives of students who need flexibility and hands-on training � not one or the other.

For Career Changers

Move into healthcare in under a year with structured training built around your fresh start.

For Working Adults

Live online classes plus scheduled campus labs let you keep earning while you train.

For Recent Graduates

Get real clinical exposure and career services instead of another year of guessing.

For Parents & Busy Students

Predictable hybrid schedules make it easier to plan family life around your studies.

Program Snapshot

Medical Assistant Program at a Glance

Medical Assistant

Diploma Program � California

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  • Duration

    9 months

  • Format

    Hybrid

  • Training

    Live online classes + hands-on campus labs

  • Experience

    Clinical externship included

  • Campuses

    Riverside, Santa Ana, Huntington Park

  • Support

    Admissions, financial aid guidance, career services

  • Best for

    Students seeking an entry-level healthcare career

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Real Skills Labs

Practice on real equipment, guided by experienced instructors.

Why ACHT

Why students choose ACHT for Medical Assistant training

What Students Need
How ACHT Supports You
  • Flexible schedule
    Hybrid learning with live online classes
  • Real practice
    Hands-on campus skills labs
  • Career confidence
    Externship experience in a healthcare setting
  • Trust
    ABHES accredited institution
  • Support
    Admissions, financial aid guidance, and career services
  • Local access
    Multiple California campus options
Curriculum

What you'll learn

Two complementary skill sets � clinical and administrative � so you're prepared for everything an entry-level Medical Assistant is asked to do.

Patient-facing training

Clinical Skills

  • Vital signs
  • Patient preparation
  • Phlebotomy basics
  • EKG basics
  • Infection control
  • Specimen collection
  • Exam room procedures

Front-office essentials

Administrative Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Medical records
  • Insurance basics
  • Patient communication
  • Medical terminology
  • Front office workflow
  • HIPAA & privacy basics
How Hybrid Training Works

From your first class to career-ready - in 5 steps

01

Apply Online

Complete a short application and connect with an admissions advisor.

02

Start Live Online Classes

Join instructor-led sessions and coursework from home.

03

Practice in Campus Labs

Scheduled on-campus labs to master clinical skills hands-on.

04

Complete Externship

Apply what you've learned in a real healthcare environment.

05

Get Career Ready

Career services support with resumes, interviews, and job search.

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Externship
Real-World Experience

Real-world externship experience before you graduate

Your externship helps you apply classroom and lab training in a real healthcare environment, build confidence with patient-facing workflows, and understand what employers expect from entry-level Medical Assistants.

  • Real healthcare setting
  • Supervised experience
  • Resume-building practice
  • Patient-care exposure
  • Career confidence
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Tuition & Aid

Tuition, financial aid & payment options

Our admissions and financial aid teams can help you understand tuition, FAFSA, payment options, and funding opportunities you may qualify for.

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FAFSA Guidance

Step-by-step help completing the FAFSA and understanding your options.

Financial Aid

For students who qualify � grants, loans, and aid programs explained.

Payment Planning

Work with our team to build a plan that fits your situation.

Program Cost Discussion

Transparent conversation about tuition and fees before you commit.

Veteran / Military Benefits

Learn about benefits that may apply to your training.

Student Stories

Real students. Real training. Real career goals.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Medical Assistant program?
The Medical Assistant diploma program is approximately 9 months, depending on schedule and campus.
Is the Medical Assistant program fully online?
No � it's a hybrid program. Live online classes are combined with hands-on skills labs on campus and an externship.
What does hybrid training mean?
You attend live instructor-led classes online and complete required clinical skills labs in person at an ACHT campus.
Is hands-on lab training included?
Yes. On-campus skills labs are a core part of the program so you practice the clinical skills employers expect.
Is an externship included?
Yes. A clinical externship is included so you gain real-world experience in a healthcare setting before you graduate.
Do I need healthcare experience to enroll?
No prior healthcare experience is required. Speak with an admissions advisor about enrollment requirements.
Is ACHT accredited?
ACHT is an ABHES accredited institution. Contact admissions for full details on accreditation.
Is financial aid available?
Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Our financial aid team can walk you through FAFSA and options.
What campuses offer the Medical Assistant program?
The program is offered at our Riverside, Santa Ana, and Huntington Park California campuses.
Can I work while attending this program?
Many students balance work and school thanks to the hybrid schedule. Talk with admissions about scheduling.
What skills will I learn?
Both clinical (vitals, phlebotomy basics, EKG basics, exam room procedures, infection control) and administrative (scheduling, records, insurance, HIPAA) skills.
What happens after I submit the form?
An admissions advisor will contact you to answer questions, review requirements, and outline next steps.
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