Medical Assistant Program

What Does a Medical Assistant Do?

MAs assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician and a nurse practitioner. They interview patients, measure vital signs, and records information on patient's medical record. MAs prepare treatment rooms and may be required to draw and collect blood samples as well as prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. MAs even administer oral medications or injections!

How Much Does a Medical Assistant Make?

In Georgia, on average, Medical Assistants make $18.00- $24.00 per hour or $36,800 - $49,920 annually

Two healthcare professionals treating an elderly patient in a clinic.

Enrollment Requirements

  • Must be 16 years of age or older

  • High School Diploma or GED or Pass literacy exam with 75% or higher

  • Government-issued ID

  • Social Security Card

  • Proof of Hep B Vaccine

  • Clear Background Check (Wellstar Hospital Clinicals only)

  • Clear Drug Screen (Wellstar Hospital Clinicals only)

  • Proof of Flu vaccine (Wellstar Hospital Clinicals only)

  • Proof of MMR vaccine (Wellstar Hospital Clinicals only)

  • Proof of Varicella vaccine (Wellstar Hospital Clinicals only)

  • Negative TB Test/ PPD Test (Wellstar Hospital Clinicals only)

If you have a background concern, please let us know and different clinicals may be arranged. Students do NOT have to supply Wellstar requirements if they conduct labs onsite at the school.

Do I Need any Prior Medical Training?

No. Being a Certified Medical Assistant requires a high school diploma or GED.

In Person Course Hours & Times

  • 750 Clock hours

  • 500 hours of in-person theory

  • 250 hours lab in person

  • Day Class: M-Th (28 weeks)

  • M-Th: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM in person

  • Evening Class: M-Th (47weeks)

  • M-Th: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM in person

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Tuition & Fees

  • $150 Non-Refundable Application Fee

  • $5650 Course Tuition

  • $250 Textbook 

  • $150 Workbook 

  • $100 Uniform 

  • $1050 LAB Supplies 

  • $150 Clinical Rotation

  • $7500 Total

What's Included?

  • Textbook

  • Workbook

  • Uniform

  • ID Badge

  • BP & Stethoscope

  • National Certification Exam, CPR

Online Hybrid Course Hours & Times

  • 750 Clock hours

  • 500 hours theory: In person learning (M & W) + Remote learning (T &Th)

  • 250 hours lab in person

  • Day Class: M-Th (28 weeks)

  • M/W: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM in person

  • T/Th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Remote group session over video conference

  • Evening Class: M-Th (47 weeks)

  • M/W: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM in person

  • T/Th: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Remote group session over video conference

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Ways to Pay

Pay Through H.E.R.O

$7,500

  • There is a minimum $500 deposit required.

  • Payments for the Course will be $1370 per month for 5 months.

  • Weekly payments will start the first week of the class.

  • Payments are subject to change if you put a larger deposit down.

  • Availability is based on enrollment date. Please contact our office for more information. (770) 726-3577

Fortify

$7,500

  • There is a minimum $500 deposit required

  • A deposit of $500 will go directly to HERO Institute and $4,850 will be financed through Fortify at $271.94/month for 30 months.

  • Fortify will not run a credit check.

  •  Fortify has a 0.0999% interest rate.

  • Payments start 30 days after deposit is made.

  • Fortify will have a Financing Fee of $342.50

WIOA- Free Education

  • Must apply for funding in your county of residence noted on your state ID.

  • Must receive SNAP/TANF benefits OR received unemployment OR be unemployed OR be considered low income.

  • H.E.R.O is not responsible for your approval, but we collaborate with your local WorkSource office to start your education once you are approved for funding. Funding can take 4-6 weeks for approval if you qualify. See your local office information and apply HERE or call us for guidance 770-726-3577

  • WIOA will pay for the entire course and all the items required for the course.

Course Schedules

Medical Assistant Day Courses

First DayMid TermLast DayMake-up Day ClassMake-up Day Clinical
February 23, 2026May 4, 2026July 2, 2026July 3, 2026July 5, 2026
June 29, 2026August 7, 2026November 19, 2026November 20, 2026November 23, 2026
August 17, 2026November 16, 2026February 4, 2027February 9, 2027February 10, 2027
January 11, 2027March 31, 2027June 9, 2027June 8, 2027June 9, 2027
March 1, 2027May 12, 2027August 4, 2027August 10, 2027August 11, 2027
June 21, 2027August 25, 2027November 4, 2027November 9, 2027November 10, 2027
August 2, 2027October 20, 2027January 5, 2028January 11, 2028January 12, 2028

Medical Assistant Evening Courses

No Upcoming Cohorts Scheduled. Contact us for additional information.

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