Programs in Charlotte

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences delivers a highly respected medical assistant program that combines academic rigor, clinical experience, and direct job pipelines through its affiliation with Atrium Health. With hybrid learning, personalized instruction, and affordable tuition supported by a loan forgiveness program, it’s a smart choice for future medical assistants seeking both flexibility and opportunity.

Central Piedmont Community College’s medical assisting program stands out as one of the most affordable and respected options in North Carolina. With a blend of flexible formats, hands-on experience, and excellent certification outcomes, it’s an ideal launchpad for a meaningful career in healthcare.

The Medical Assistant Program at Chosen Health Care Institute offers a practical, well-rounded education for students looking to launch a healthcare career in under seven months. With a curriculum that includes multiple certifications, hands-on internship experience, and affordable tuition with flexible payment options, this program is a strong choice for individuals eager to enter the medical field and gain real-world skills fast.

The Associate of Applied Science in Health Sciences – Medical Assisting program at ECPI University in Charlotte provides a fast-track route into the healthcare industry. With hands-on training, built-in certification prep, and a real-world externship, this 15-month program offers the support, structure, and credibility needed to confidently enter the workforce as a medical assistant.

EHC Health Career Institute’s 10-week Medical Assistant program provides an accelerated and affordable pathway into healthcare. Delivered in a hybrid format with an externship component, it blends online learning with essential hands-on training and prepares students for certification and employment across a variety of clinical and administrative healthcare settings.

The Medical Assisting program at Southeastern College’s Charlotte campus offers a customizable path for students at different career stages, with Certificate, Diploma, and Associate Degree options available in hybrid or on-campus formats. With ABHES accreditation, hands-on externships, and a low-cost entry point, this program is a strong option for those seeking a fast and flexible start in healthcare.

The Medical Assisting Certificate Program at American Academy of Healthcare is a 300-hour, hybrid-format training course that prepares CNA I-certified individuals for expanded clinical and administrative roles in healthcare. With flexible class schedules, affordable training, and real-world clinical rotations, the program offers a strong pathway for entry into the medical field.

The Clinical Medical Assistant program at UNC Charlotte Continuing Education provides an affordable, flexible, and comprehensive path to certification. Through fully online coursework and preparation for the NHA’s CCMA exam, students are equipped for clinical and administrative roles in today’s healthcare environments.

Gaston College’s Medical Assisting diploma is a well-structured, accredited program that prepares students to become Certified Medical Assistants in just one year. With strong job placement rates, affordable tuition, hands-on clinical training, and the opportunity to advance to an associate degree, it provides a valuable educational pathway for aspiring healthcare professionals in North Carolina.

South Piedmont Community College’s Medical Assisting Diploma program delivers a comprehensive, accredited education in just two semesters, combining classroom, clinical, and virtual learning. With affordable tuition, real-world practicum experience, and a strong pathway to an associate degree, it offers a practical, flexible, and respected route into the medical assisting profession.