YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Medical Assistant in San Antonio

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
April 18, 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 San Antonio 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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I had a great experience at this school. The instructors Lexi and Erin were amazing, very supportive, and explained everything clearly. They truly care about students’ success and make learning comfortable and easy to understand. I highly recommend this program to anyone wanting to become a medical assistant. Read less
I had a great experience at this school. The instructors Lexi and Erin were amazing, very supportive, and explained everything clearly. They truly care about students’ success and make learning com... Read more
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Blessy STAR VOICE
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Lexi and Erin were amazing teachers! They helped me understand everything and taught how to do things right, forever grateful for them!
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Angelina Mata
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I’m very thankful to have had Lexi and Erin as my CCMA instructors. They created a supportive and professional learning environment that made it easier to build confidence and truly understand the material. Both instructors consistently took the time to make sure students felt prepared and comfortable with clinical skills. Lexi explains concepts clearly and connects lessons to real clinical situations, which helped everything make more sense in practice. She is patient, approachable, and always willing to help when clarification is needed. Erin brings a welcoming and encouraging presence to the classroom, making it easy to ask questions and learn without feeling overwhelmed. She genuinely cares about student success and confidence. Together, Lexi and Erin work extremely well as a team and provide strong guidance and support throughout the program. Because of them, I feel prepared and confident moving forward in my medical assisting career, and I’m grateful for the effort and care they put into their students. Read less
I’m very thankful to have had Lexi and Erin as my CCMA instructors. They created a supportive and professional learning environment that made it easier to build confidence and truly understand the ... Read more
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Marcela Tun
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Forever thankful for such amazing instructors like Lexi and Erin! They lead our cohort with such clarity and grace! Will miss you ladies!!
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Sarah Hernandez
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I highly recommend anyone wanting to take the step to becoming a CCMA please consider this school location. The instructors Lexi and Erin were nothing short of amazing. They made sure you felt comfortable and knew what you were learning every step of the way. No question went unanswered. These women are great at what they do! Read less
I highly recommend anyone wanting to take the step to becoming a CCMA please consider this school location. The instructors Lexi and Erin were nothing short of amazing. They made sure you felt comf... Read more
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julysa mares
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My experience at the school has been outstanding, thanks in large part to Amber. She is an exceptional teacher and a truly supportive presence in the classroom. If given the opportunity, I would gladly recommend both this school and Amber to others. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in class, especially the engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Read less
My experience at the school has been outstanding, thanks in large part to Amber. She is an exceptional teacher and a truly supportive presence in the classroom. If given the opportunity, I would gl... Read more
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jolynn diaz
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Learning from Miss Amber was fantastic! As a Medical Assistant instructor, she has a gift for explaining complex topics clearly and making learning truly hands-on and engaging. Her passion and support are evident, and she's genuinely invested in her students' success. Highly recommend! Read less
Learning from Miss Amber was fantastic! As a Medical Assistant instructor, she has a gift for explaining complex topics clearly and making learning truly hands-on and engaging. Her passion and supp... Read more
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Tomoko S
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Amazing experience, amber was the most helpful instructor. The learning was very hands on, which was the best way to learn…
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Anissa Duck
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I had the pleasure of being taught by Ms. Amber in my medical assisting course, and I can confidently say she is an exceptional instructor. She has an approachable demeanor and creates an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and seeking help. She provides constructive feedback that helps students grow. Ms. Amber’s real-world experience in healthcare also adds invaluable insight to her lessons, allowing to see how the concepts we learn are applied in actual medical settings. Overall, Ms. Amber is a dedicated and caring educator who genuinely wants her students to succeed. I am so grateful for everything I’ve learned under her guidance and would highly recommend her to anyone pursuing a career in medical assisting. Read less
I had the pleasure of being taught by Ms. Amber in my medical assisting course, and I can confidently say she is an exceptional instructor. She has an approachable demeanor and creates an environme... Read more
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Alondra Montoya
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Mrs. Amber has been by far the best teacher i’ve had and i give her a round of applause for handling our whole class for the entire course by herself and still being able to conform to everyone’s different learning styles so we all succeed. She was the absolute best i actually learned, felt supported, and was very hands on. i was able to absorb and understand what she was teaching each week. I really felt set up for success and felt confident in my skills when it came down to doing my finals. we did have a substitute step in for Mrs. Amber as she had something come up for one class and it was a drag. said teacher made class absolutely dreadful. I DIDNT LEARN class wasn’t engaging at all. it was by far the WORST class out of the whole course. Read less
Mrs. Amber has been by far the best teacher i’ve had and i give her a round of applause for handling our whole class for the entire course by herself and still being able to conform to everyone’s d... Read more
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jen gonzalez
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