YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Medical Assistant in Abilene

Start a rewarding healthcare career in as little as 18 weeks — no prior experience needed. Here's your step-by-step guide.

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Weeks to Graduate
18
Total Tuition
$4,490
Next Start Date
May 30, 2026
Down Payment as Low As
$950

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 Abilene 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 18 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.

18 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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Instructor Katie, K'leigh, and Debbie are wonderful at teaching.
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Amanda Luvaul
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Amazing school!! My instructors Cathryn, k’leigh and Debbie are amazing and help the students a lot!
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Diana Quiroz
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Absolutely love the instructors Katie, K’leigh and Debbie are so so amazing. If there is ever any discrepancies with the coursework they are quick to notify the right people and get it fixed. They have made me feel so confident in training and through my externship. I would like the advisor to work on their attitude problem. Read less
Absolutely love the instructors Katie, K’leigh and Debbie are so so amazing. If there is ever any discrepancies with the coursework they are quick to notify the right people and get it fixed. They ... Read more
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Catherine
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Kathryn and K'Lee are awesome instructors. They make class worth coming too!!
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Trisha Shaver
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This class is full of information, the instructors are great at supporting the students and teaching. They answer questions with enthusiasm.
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Jacquelyn Martens
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Wonderful experience! Katie is a wonderful instructor, she is very hands on and helps guide through every process thoroughly and makes your you understand how, why and what you are doing
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Shavonne Hernandez
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Cathryn is a great teacher!
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Kaitlin Ingram
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So far loving it!!
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Azelia Castorena
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It’s been a great experience! Always there to help and to answer any questions that you have!
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Melissa Rogers
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This is my 2nd week and I am enjoying everything about it! Instructor Cathryn is amazing and makes sure everyone in the class is understanding what we are doing and answers everyone’s questions! Would highly recommend doing Abilene Medical Assistant School if you want to get your foot in the medical field this is the best place to start!! Read less
This is my 2nd week and I am enjoying everything about it! Instructor Cathryn is amazing and makes sure everyone in the class is understanding what we are doing and answers everyone’s questions! Wo... Read more
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Join thousands of graduates who have launched medical assistant careers with Abilene Medical Assistant School.

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