- Career College serving Los Angeles County
Prepare for an entry-level Medical Assistant career with hands-on clinical and administrative training at Southern California Health Institute (SOCHI), serving students from Los Angeles and surrounding communities.
SOCHI’s Medical Assistant Diploma program can be completed in approximately 9 months and combines hybrid coursework, in-person clinical skills training and a required 150-hour externship. Training is provided at SOCHI’s North Hollywood campus.
Medical assistants play an important role in healthcare offices and outpatient settings by supporting both patient care and administrative operations. SOCHI’s program is designed to help students develop practical skills for entry-level medical assisting through a combination of online learning, hands-on laboratory instruction and real-world externship experience.
Students from Los Angeles attend training through SOCHI’s North Hollywood campus at 5644 Vineland Ave, providing access to career-focused healthcare education in the Los Angeles area.
Medical Assistant Diploma
Approximately 9 Months
Clinical + Administrative
150 Hours
Hybrid
North Hollywood, CA
Clinical + Administrative
For those who qualify
Our comprehensive program combines flexibility, hands-on training, and professional support to ensure your success in the medical field.
Combine interactive distance-learning coursework with hands-on clinical skills training at SOCHI’s North Hollywood campus.
Practice procedures and patient-care skills in a laboratory environment under instructor guidance.
Apply classroom and laboratory training during a required supervised externship in a healthcare environment.
Develop skills for both patient-care responsibilities and the administrative functions of a medical office.
Build professional skills through career preparation, including support with resumes, interviews and job-search strategies.
SOCHI is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET).
Classroom knowledge becomes more meaningful when students have an opportunity to apply it in a professional healthcare environment.
After successfully completing the classroom and laboratory portions of the program, students are required to complete a 150-hour externship. The externship provides practical experience applying clinical, administrative and professional skills developed throughout the program.
SOCHI’s curriculum prepares students to support healthcare teams through clinical procedures, administrative responsibilities and professional communication.
Want the complete course-by-course curriculum? Visit SOCHI’s main Medical Assistant Diploma Program page for detailed program information.
SOCHI’s Medical Assistant Diploma program combines clinical and administrative training with professional development and career preparation. Students build the technical knowledge, soft skills, and professionalism needed to function effectively as a member of a medical team in a clinical setting.
After successfully completing the classroom and laboratory portions of the program, students are required to complete a 150-hour externship, providing an opportunity to apply their training in a healthcare environment.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are prepared to pursue entry-level Medical Assistant positions in healthcare settings such as medical offices, clinics, and other outpatient facilities.
Graduates are also eligible to sit for the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) certification examination administered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Certification is separate from earning the SOCHI Medical Assistant Diploma and requires meeting the certifying organization’s requirements and successfully passing the applicable examination.
Medical assisting can provide a pathway into outpatient healthcare environments where professionals support physicians, other healthcare providers and patients. Duties vary by employer and may include both clinical and administrative responsibilities.
Instead of duplicating salary statistics on this location page, SOCHI maintains a dedicated career resource with current pay and outlook information.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical assistants commonly work in physicians’ offices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Students can review national career outlook information through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Explore salary and career data: Medical Assistant Salary in California: 2026 Pay & Career Guide
SOCHI provides Medical Assistant training for students from Los Angeles at its North Hollywood campus. The campus is located at 5644 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601.
Students receive hybrid instruction combining distance-learning coursework with scheduled in-person clinical training. Contact Admissions for current schedules, start dates and program requirements.
Campus: Southern California Health Institute
Address: 5644 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601
Phone: (818) 980-8990
SOCHI also provides location-specific information for students in surrounding communities.
Glendale • Sherman Oaks • Studio City • Van Nuys • Universal City
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The Medical Assistant Diploma program is designed to be completed in approximately nine months and includes 900 clock hours of training, including a required 150-hour externship.
SOCHI’s Medical Assistant training is provided through its North Hollywood campus at 5644 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601. Students should contact Admissions for current scheduling and attendance requirements.
The program uses a hybrid format. Theory is delivered primarily through interactive distance learning, while hands-on clinical skills training is completed in person.
Yes. Students are required to complete a 150-hour externship after successfully completing the classroom and laboratory portions of the program.
The program is designed to develop knowledge and skills for entry-level medical assisting. Contact SOCHI Admissions for current admissions requirements.
Students who successfully complete all program requirements earn a Medical Assistant Diploma from Southern California Health Institute.
Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) certification examination administered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Certification requires meeting NCCT requirements and passing the applicable examination.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. SOCHI’s financial aid team can provide information about available options and eligibility requirements.
Learn more about SOCHI’s Medical Assistant Diploma program, admissions requirements, schedules, financial aid for those who qualify and upcoming start dates.
