- Career College serving Los Angeles County
Earn Your Medical Assistant Certification in Just 9 Months
Get comprehensive healthcare training with flexible scheduling and hands-on clinical experience.
Balance your education with life's demands through our hybrid format. Attend in-person sessions at our conveniently located North Hollywood campus (minutes from Studio City) just twice weekly, with online coursework you complete on your schedule.
Complete a 150-hour externship in authentic healthcare environments. Work with state-of-the-art medical equipment and apply your training alongside practicing professionals in real clinical scenarios.
Transform your career in just 9 months. Our intensive curriculum prepares you to earn your Medical Assistant diploma and qualify for the nationally recognized CCMA certification exam through NCCT.
Make your healthcare career dreams affordable with our financial aid programs. We work with qualified students to explore grants, loans, and payment plans that fit your budget.
Train with healthcare professionals who understand the field from the inside. Our faculty bring current industry knowledge, practical insights, and valuable professional connections to every class.
Navigate your job search with confidence. Our career services team provides personalized resume development, mock interviews, job search strategies, and connections to employers seeking qualified medical assistants.
Months to Completion
Years of Excellence
Hour Externship Program
Average Salary in CA
Build expertise in both administrative operations and clinical patient care
Establish your foundation in healthcare professionalism, industry standards, medical ethics, and the structure of modern healthcare delivery systems.
Comprehensive exploration of body systems, their functions, and the pathology of common medical conditions you'll encounter in clinical practice.
Master the complexities of medical billing, insurance claim submission, coding fundamentals, and healthcare reimbursement procedures.
Develop practical skills in measuring vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, assisting with procedures, and performing essential clinical tasks.
Learn front-desk operations including appointment scheduling, electronic health records management, patient communication, and office workflow optimization.
Understand medication categories, safe administration techniques, patient education strategies, and OSHA compliance for workplace safety.
Our North Hollywood campus offers convenient access for students throughout Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Valley Village, and the greater San Fernando Valley. Join a diverse community of aspiring healthcare professionals from across Los Angeles County who are advancing their careers with SOCHI.
5644 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601
Get answers to common questions about our program.
Our Medical Assistant diploma program is designed as a 9-month accelerated course of study. The program features a hybrid learning model that balances convenience with quality instruction. You’ll participate in hands-on, in-person classes at our North Hollywood campus two days each week, while completing theoretical coursework through our online platform at times that work for your schedule. The curriculum encompasses 8 comprehensive courses spanning anatomy and physiology, clinical procedures, medical office management, insurance billing, and pharmacology. Your education culminates with a 150-hour clinical externship where you’ll apply your knowledge in a real healthcare facility, gaining experience with professional-grade equipment and real patient interactions. This flexible structure enables you to pursue your education while managing existing work and personal commitments.
We welcome students from all backgrounds who have a genuine interest in healthcare and serving others. The only requirement for admission is possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Previous medical experience or training is not required. Our comprehensive curriculum starts with fundamental concepts and progressively builds your knowledge and skills. You’ll master medical terminology, understand human anatomy and physiology, learn patient care procedures, develop clinical competencies including vital signs and specimen collection, understand medication administration protocols, and perform basic laboratory procedures. Our expert instructors provide guidance throughout your learning journey, ensuring you develop both technical skills and professional confidence. Many of our most accomplished graduates entered the program without any healthcare background and went on to build successful medical assistant careers.
Successful program graduates receive a Medical Assistant Diploma from SOCHI, demonstrating completion of our accredited training program. Additionally, you become eligible to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) examination administered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). This nationally recognized certification validates your clinical competency and is highly valued by healthcare employers across the country. As part of your enrollment, you’ll also receive membership in the California Medical Assistants Association, which provides ongoing professional development resources, networking opportunities, and industry updates. This combination of credentials positions you strongly in the competitive healthcare employment market and demonstrates to potential employers that you possess both the training and professional commitment they seek in medical assistant candidates.
We recognize that education is a significant investment in your future, and we’re committed to making it accessible. SOCHI offers multiple financial assistance options for students who meet eligibility requirements. Our experienced financial aid team provides personalized consultations to help you understand and navigate all available funding sources, including federal and state grants, student loan programs, and customized payment plans designed to match your financial situation. We’ll guide you through the entire financial aid application process and help you identify the most advantageous options for your circumstances. We believe financial constraints should never prevent motivated students from pursuing their healthcare career goals. To learn more about your specific financial aid options and begin the process, contact our admissions office at (818) 980-8990 to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our financial aid specialists.
Medical assistant certification opens doors to rewarding positions throughout the healthcare sector. Graduates find employment in various settings including outpatient clinics, specialty medical practices, dental offices, urgent care centers, diagnostic laboratories, home health agencies, hospitals, insurance companies, physician group practices, and long-term care facilities. According to Salary.com data, California medical assistants earn average annual salaries ranging from $46,653 to $55,536. The profession is experiencing strong growth driven by expanding healthcare access, aging populations, and technological advances in medical care delivery. Your SOCHI training prepares you for the full scope of medical assistant responsibilities, encompassing clinical functions such as vital sign assessment, examination assistance, medication administration, and laboratory specimen processing, as well as administrative duties including appointment coordination, electronic medical records, insurance verification, and medical billing. Our career services department supports your transition to employment through resume optimization, interview coaching, and employer connections to help launch your new healthcare career.
Don’t wait to pursue your dreams. Join SOCHI’s Medical Assistant program today and transform your future in just 9 months.
