Medical Assistant Programs in Birmingham, Alabama

Medical Assistant Programs in Birmingham, AL

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If you are looking for stable, meaningful employment where you can make a lasting impact on people’s lives, consider becoming a medical assistant. This is one of the nation’s fastest growing occupations, and it will allow you to provide for your family while exploring a career in the medical field. You can start training here at our Medical Assistant Program in Birmingham for this entry-level healthcare position.

Now is the time to pursue a career in healthcare. This high growth field offers a variety of opportunities for skilled medical assistants. Through your training, you will gain valuable knowledge and learn new skills that have the power to improve people’s lives.

At Fortis, we are committed to preparing students for long-term careers with a purpose. Our Birmingham Medical Assisting Program is no exception, offering hands-on training to prepare aspiring medical assistants for real-world challenges. 

At Fortis’s Medical Assisting Program in Alabama, you will gain the necessary skills to:

  • Work closely with patients, creating a welcoming, empathetic environment for them.
  • Complete routine administrative tasks, keeping medical offices organized in order to prioritize patient care.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment, rising to the challenges associated with this versatile healthcare position.

Throughout your coursework and training, you will hone your skills as a medical assistant and learn more about the wide variety of career growth opportunities available within healthcare.

La-Sha T.

Medical Assisting Program Graduate

"Fortis helped me make a much-needed career change from retail to medical assisting."

Home to world-class medical research, Birmingham is an ideal location for anyone pursuing a career in medical assisting.

Today, Birmingham is Alabama’s third largest city, where approximately 20% of residents are age 55 or older. This aging population means there is a need for medical care in the community and a need for trained medical assistants to help provide this care.

At our local Medical Assistant Program in Birmingham, AL, you will learn from our dedicated faculty who offer both traditional classroom instruction and small group learning opportunities. Your training will prepare you to work as a  medical assistant in Birmingham, where there are numerous healthcare employers—University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital, Children’s of Alabama, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham, and more.

Should you need a study break, be sure to walk over to Birmingham’s serene public park, Red Mountain Park. Impressively, it is 40% larger than Central Park in New York City! 

Hiring opportunities that may exist for graduates of Medical Assisting Programs in Birmingham include:

  • Hospitals such as the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
  • Medical offices and clinics
  • Assisted living facilities
  • Inpatient and outpatient care center

With training from our Medical Assisting Program in Birmingham, you will gain the necessary skills to become an entry-level medical assistant, one of the most versatile positions in healthcare. We will prepare you for all types of responsibilities, including  everything from direct patient care to behind-the-scenes administrative tasks.

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Learn More About La-Sha T., a Birmingham Medical Assistant Program Graduate

Launch your career at Birmingham’s Medical Assistant Program

Here at Birmingham’s Medical Assistant Program, we are committed to your success. When you enroll in our medical assisting program, you will gain access to inspiring instructors and a supportive career services team. Together, they will empower you to confidently launch your career in the medical field.

Our “Magic City” campus is conveniently located 15 minutes southwest of downtown Birmingham, making it well-suited for students from Homewood, Fairfield, Hoover, and other nearby locations.

From Birmingham: Take I-65 S and Lakeshore Parkway to London Parkway.
From Pelham: Take I-65 N to Homewood; continue on Lakeshore Parkway to London Parkway.

Learn more about our Medical Assistant Programs in Alabama

Programs vary by state and campus. Not all programs are offered at all locations. Contact local campus for accreditation information.

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