YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Medical Assistant in Odessa

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 2, 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 Odessa 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?
This program only took 18 weeks to complete. It was 1/2 a day on Saturdays for labs, and the remainder of the work was done online from home. It is very convenient, the material was thorough, and the teachers were very good! What you out into it is what you get out of it. Read less
This program only took 18 weeks to complete. It was 1/2 a day on Saturdays for labs, and the remainder of the work was done online from home. It is very convenient, the material was thorough, and t... Read more
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Shelley Navratil
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I loved this program, honestly I was sure that I was not going to finish the course I was giving up at the end, I remembered that I was talking to myself questioning about the CMA final exam I was completely sure that I’m not passing the test, I got nervous when I turned on my computer and I was like ok the day is here I told my mom in heaven to help me and to send me her blessing I prayed and ok that’s it good luck Cecy, and at the end when I saw the results I couldn’t believe it I almost cried I thank my mom and God and I was like, see you’re capable of anything girl. I loved my instructor’s Katie and Irene they helped me a lot and at the end I gained 2 more friends! They dedicate to teach us and answer every question we had, they’re the best!! Read less
I loved this program, honestly I was sure that I was not going to finish the course I was giving up at the end, I remembered that I was talking to myself questioning about the CMA final exam I was ... Read more
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Cecy Jaquez
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Why wait to build a career at such an amazing school. Students are lead to success with fun and knowledgable amazing instructors, Admissions team and Academic Advisors. If you are looking for Top Notch education followed by incredible hands on skills experience this is the place to be! Come join in on the fun of building a fun and incredibility rewarding career!! Read less
Why wait to build a career at such an amazing school. Students are lead to success with fun and knowledgable amazing instructors, Admissions team and Academic Advisors. If you are looking for Top N... Read more
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