Learn the Skills to Become a Medical Assistant

36-Week* Medical Assisting Training Program in California, Nevada, and Texas

Are you interested in a healthcare career? Medical Assistants play a critical role in the healthcare field, performing important clinical and administrative tasks in support of doctors, physicians, and nurses.

The Medical Assisting program at Milan Institute provides the technical and practical skills training you need to enter the healthcare field as a Medical Assistant. Gain the skills needed to enter this career path in as few as 36 weeks*! Plus, get real-world training with an externship in a medical facility!

The best way to see if Milan Institute is the right fit for you is to come and tour the school. Check out our facilities and meet with students and instructors.

Train for a Rewarding Career as a Medical Assistant at Milan Institute

Milan Institute’s Medical Assisting program provides hands-on training in the skills you need to succeed in this growing field. Here’s what you’ll learn:

Master Medical Office Communications

Develop essential administrative skills like scheduling appointments, managing medical records, and using proper telephone techniques. Understand the importance of identifying medical, legal, and ethical boundaries while sharpening your keyboarding speed and accuracy.

Insurance Billing and Coding

Learn the ins and outs of insurance coding and how to process claims. Gain bookkeeping skills to keep the medical office running smoothly and efficiently.

Pharmacology and Nutrition Basics

Get introduced to administering medications, including oral and injectable forms. Explore different medication classes, pharmacology essentials, and the basics of nutrition for patient care.

Understand Anatomy and Physiology

Build a solid foundation in human anatomy and physiology by studying body systems, their structures and functions, common diseases, and corresponding treatments.

Prepare for Medical Office Emergencies

Learn how to assess and respond to emergency situations in a medical office. Gain skills in preparing and maintaining treatment areas, as well as assisting healthcare providers with exams and procedures.

Electrocardiography and Hematology Training

Learn how to perform routine 12-lead EKGs, basic blood tests, and invasive procedures. Develop expertise in taking vital signs, blood pressure readings, and practicing aseptic techniques with universal precautions.

Microbiology and Patient Preparation

Assist with minor in-office surgeries and prepare patients for exams. Learn key infection control methods, sterilization techniques, and how to properly measure vital signs and anthropometric data.

Is a Medical Assistant Career Right For You?

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Medical Assisting Training at Milan Institute

Our comprehensive training program combines practical hands-on experience with real-world knowledge to prepare you for a rewarding career in healthcare. With job-ready skills in medical assisting, you’ll be on your way to making a difference in patients’ lives.

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared for entry-level positions as Medical Assistants in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, medical offices, hospitals and medical clinics.

Real-World Experience – Professional Clinical Externship

Medical Assisting is a hands-on job. There’s no better way to learn than by working side-by-side with doctors and other medical professionals in a real healthcare setting.

As a student in this program, you will complete an externship in an off-site medical facility. Externships are an excellent way to get a feel for your new career. You can gain real-world job experience and make valuable industry contacts before you graduate.

Employment Opportunities

As a graduate of Medical Assistant school, you may find employment in:

Physicians’ Offices
Laboratories
Family Practices

Our admissions representatives will be happy to answer questions and schedule a tour of our classrooms where you can learn more about the path to your new career.

The Medical Assisting Program is Offered at These Campuses:

*Program length varies by state; please contact Admissions for more information.
**Program content may vary by state; please contact Admissions for more information.

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