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Online Medical Assistant
Program For Houston Students

Our self-paced, online medical assistant program is available to Houston residents and is designed to prepare you for certification (CCMA) and a role as a medical assistant in as little as 4 months.

  • $79/month
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • Complete in 4-7 months, part-time
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
  • $79/month
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • Complete in 4-7 months, part-time
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
  • Medical Terminology
  • Introduction to Anatomy
  • First Aid Procedures
  • Preparing Patients for Exams
  • Preparing and Administering Medications
  • Process and Maintain Claim Reimbursement
  • Pharmacology
  • Medical Insurance 101
  • Front Office Procedures
  • Patient Therapies
  • Communication Skills

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Course Outline

Train for a thriving career in Houston’s booming medical sector. In our medical assistant course, you'll master standard clinical procedures alongside front-desk administrative operations. You’ll build a strong foundation in anatomy, medical terminology, patient documentation, and emergency response—giving you the direct, practical experience needed to make an impact in clinics from H-Town to the suburbs.

Quick Facts

  • Lessons: 27
  • Quizzes: 27
  • Complete in as little as 4 months

What's Inside the Course

Beginner-Friendly Lessons

Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.

Engaging Curriculum

Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.

Hands-On Supplemental Learning

All students receive a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff to assist you throughout the course.

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Get instant access!  ·  5-day money-back commitment  ·  $79/month

Why Houston residents choose our Medical Assistant Program

When it comes to flexibility, affordability, and support, U.S. Career Institute offers Houston residents an online medical assistant program designed to fit your schedule. Our program is more affordable than many traditional schools, allowing you to study when and where it's convenient for you with no due dates or deadlines. You'll receive hands-on learning materials to help build practical skills, and our curriculum is designed to help prepare you for industry certification. Plus, our graduates have achieved certification exam pass rates above the industry average.

Career Outlook & Certification

Houston Median Salary

$42,110*

Number of jobs in TX by 2032

83,570*

Job Growth in TX by 2032

25%*

Medical Assistant Certification for Students in the Houston Area

Upon graduation from our medical assistant program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute's Online Medical Assistant certificate course prepares you to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The average CCMA exam pass rate for U.S. Career Institute graduate’s is 95% vs. the National Average of 84%**. Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CCMA certification exam, study guide and practice test – a $259 value!†

Medical Assistant Careers in Greater Houston

Greater Houston is home to one of the nation's largest healthcare communities, where medical assistants work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, physician offices, outpatient care centers, medical laboratories, government healthcare facilities, and nursing care facilities. Healthcare organizations throughout the region—including Houston Methodist, HCA Healthcare, UTHealth Houston, and Texas Children's Hospital—employ medical assistants in clinical and administrative roles.

Whether you live in downtown Houston or a surrounding community, U.S. Career Institute's flexible online Medical Assistant program lets you study from home on your schedule while preparing for industry certification.

Tuition & Financing

Option 1: Pay in Full

$1,439

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$1,739*

$79 Monthly Payment

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**First payment includes $50 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.

Houston Medical Assistant FAQs

How can I become a Medical Assistant in Houston

    1. Meet the basic requirements by earning a high school diploma or GED.
    2. Complete a medical assistant training program. Our program here at U.S. Career Institute takes as little as 4 months.
    3. Apply for medical assistant positions in Houston. Our career coaches can assist you in the job search process, help prepare your resume, and perform mock interviews.
    4. Complete any employer-required onboarding, such as a background check, drug screening, immunization verification, and other hiring requirements before beginning work.

How much does a medical assistant make in Houston?

Medical assistants in Houston make on average $42,110* per year according to O*Net, which is $2,590 higher than the state average.

How long does it take to become a medical assistant in Houston?

Training timelines vary by program. U.S. Career Institute's online Medical Assistant program can be completed in as little as four months, allowing you to study on a flexible schedule.

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*O*Net, Medical Assistants Job Earnings and Job Data (visited May 6, 2025). Statements found at O*Net are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the information at O*Net includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, and levels of experience.
** MA source: NHA Analytics - 2025 - 95% CCMA exam pass rate (national average 84%). Date of NHA analytic summary report: February 1, 2026.
†Provided in form of reimbursement when the following terms are met: Student submits receipt issued by NHA, has successfully completed the course and has paid tuition in full. Reimbursement is for up to $268 towards the cost of the CCMA Certification Exam, practice test and study materials.