Medical Assisting Classes: Medical Assistant School in Tempe, AZ

About the Medical Assisting Program in Tempe Arizona

Medical Assistants (MAs) play an indispensable role in our healthcare industry. Not only do these multi-talented professionals support the health and wellness of their patients, they directly assist multiple members of their medical team. By enrolling in our accelerated Medical Assisting program in Tempe, Arizona, you can earn your MA diploma in as little as 34 weeks.

Through our Medical Assisting program, you will develop an outstanding healthcare foundation that will prepare you for an entry-level MA position in a variety of medical facilities and healthcare environments. In addition to traditional classroom instruction, our Medical Assisting courses include lab-training exercises and other types of hands-on learning opportunities to grant you the necessary skills and experience before entering the field. If you’re ready to begin your journey towards becoming a qualified Medical Assistant, fill out our contact form below, and one of our admissions representatives will contact you shortly.

34 Weeks

Accelerated Program

Career Training

Medical Assistant

Hands-On Learning

Real-World Labs & Simulations

Program Start Date

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What You’ll Learn

The Tempe Medical Assisting program combines traditional classroom instruction with hands-on learning to provide you the most well-rounded college education.

The experienced instructors at our Tempe campus are motivated to pass along much of their healthcare knowledge and wisdom to you. You will be trained in areas such as patient interaction, medical billing and coding, medical office procedures, and electronic medical records. Throughout your Medical Assisting training, you will also learn how to appropriately assess and manage patient situations, as well as how and when to intervene within the scope of your practice.

Upon earning your Medical Assisting diploma, you will be qualified to apply for entry-level MA positions in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, or urgent care facilities.

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Admissions Requirements for the Tempe MA Program

Enrollment in the Tempe MA program includes the following steps for admission.

1 Meet with Admissions Representative (virtual or in-person)

2 Complete the Brookline enrollment process

3 Complete Financial Aid Interview

4 Complete admissions assessments

5 Start Class

MA Program with a Career-driven Curriculum

As a Medical Assisting student at Brookline Tempe, you can earn your MA diploma in as little as 34 weeks. Through a combination of in-class instruction and hands-on learning exercises, our MA program will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to take on an entry-level role as a Medical Assistant.

Here are some of the topics covered by our Medical Assisting courses:

The Medical Laboratory
Concepts in Healthcare
Electrocardiography
Medical Office Administration
Pharmacology
Clinical Medical Assisting Duties

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Male and Female nursing students in blue scrubs

I am enrolled in the Medical Assisting program and I love it the staff and instructors are great and the college itself is welcoming. I give it all thumbs up!

– Lexa H.

The Tempe Campus

At Brookline College, our goal is to provide you with the best possible learning environment. Our Tempe campus features modern classrooms and simulation laboratories to mirror the healthcare environments and experiences you might encounter upon entering your chosen career field. Our campus also features an open quad area where you can study, socialize with peers, or simply enjoy a bit of rest and relaxation between classes.

Job Placement Assistance

Our commitment to you doesn’t end with graduation. Our career services department is dedicated to helping you land your first job as a Medical Assistant by the time you graduate. We offer useful resources like résumé workshops and mock interviews to effectively prepare you for your job search.

Dedicated Faculty

Our instructors are highly-trained healthcare professionals with a great deal of industry experience. Since class sizes are small at our Tempe campus, your teachers can focus on your individual needs and help you realize your full potential every step of the way.

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Just finished my externship and cannot be happier. Got hired on the spot. I can't believe I am finally in the medical field. Thanks to all my instructors and staff that helped me. The classes were small and I always felt I could get help when I needed it. I will never forget the friends I have made here.

– Nicole S.

Campus Location

Nearby the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and Valley Metro Light Rail system, our Tempe campus is located on West Fountainhead Pkwy, just north of West Alameda Drive. This puts our campus in the perfect location for all student commuters living in the South, West, and East valleys. Our Tempe campus features modern classrooms and simulation labs to mirror the healthcare environments and experiences you might encounter upon entering your chosen career.

Tempe Campus

1625 W Fountainhead Pkwy
Tempe, AZ 85282

888-793-0557
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Tempe, Arizona, is located in the East Valley section of metropolitan Phoenix. Tempe residents enjoy the benefits of a year-round warm desert climate. Tempe’s attractions include desert hikes, beautiful lakes, contemporary art, as well as a vibrant and hip downtown area.

Commonly Asked Questions

Does Brookline College offer a Medical Assisting program near me?

Our Medical Assisting program accepts students from many areas in Tempe and its surrounding cities and states, including but not limited to some of the following areas in Arizona.

Apache Junction, AZ	Avondale, AZ	Chandler, AZ
El Mirage, AZ	Fountain Hills, AZ	Gilbert, AZ
Glendale, AZ	Goodyear, AZ	Mesa, AZ
Paradise Valley, AZ	Peoria, AZ	Scottsdale, AZ
Sun City, AZ	Surprise, AZ

How long is the Medical Assisting program in Tempe, Arizona?

At Brookline College Tempe, students can earn their Medical Assisting diploma in as little as 34 weeks.

What is the cost of the Tempe Medical Assisting program?

Tuition costs for the Tempe Medical Assisting program can vary depending on your individual situation (i.e. location, finances, etc.). For the Medical Assisting diploma at Brookline, we offer a number of financial aid options to qualifying students. Reach out to one of our school representatives for more information.

What certifications will the Tempe Medical Assisting program prepare me for?

You can seek multiple Medical Assistant certifications upon earning your MA diploma, including the following credentials*:

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)

*Graduates of the program may be eligible to take various professional certification exams. Such credentials are not required to graduate but may be of value depending on a student’s particular career goals. Faculty are available to advise students seeking such professional certifications.

Where do Medical Assistants work?

Graduates of our Medical Assisting program can apply their skills in various medical and dental facilities, including the following healthcare settings:

Hospitals and Clinics
Urgent Care Facilities
Nursing Homes
Physicians’ Offices
Rehabilitation Facilities

When is the Tempe campus open to students?

The Brookline College Tempe campus is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and on Fridays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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What You’ll Learn

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The Tempe Campus

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Dedicated Faculty

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Commonly Asked Questions

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Tempe Arizona Medical Assisting Program

Earn your Medical Assisting diploma in as Little as 34 Weeks

About the Medical Assisting Program in Tempe Arizona

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What You’ll Learn

Admissions Requirements for the Tempe MA Program

MA Program with a Career-driven Curriculum

The Tempe Campus

Job Placement Assistance

Dedicated Faculty

Campus Location

Tempe Campus

Commonly Asked Questions

Get Started

Latest News

How to Prepare for Medical Assistant School

17 Best Entry-Level Medical Jobs in 2023

The 25 Best Places to Work as a Medical Assistant in 2023

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Tempe Arizona
Medical Assisting Program

Earn your Medical Assisting diploma
in as Little as 34 Weeks