Medical Assistant
Gain hands-on clinical and administrative skills for physician offices, clinics, and urgent care centers. Train hands-on, hybrid, and close to home in Miami.
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In Under a Year
Accelerated, career-focused diploma curriculum designed to get you working in healthcare fast without spending years in school.
Medical Assistant Diploma
Earn a industry-recognized diploma from Florida Education Institute upon successfully finishing your clinical coursework and externship.
Hybrid Learning Format
Enjoy the convenience of online classroom lectures combined with hands-on lab practice on campus and supervised real-world externships.
Miami, FL Campus Location
Train locally at our modern Miami facility with dedicated clinical simulation labs and strong South Florida employer connections.
Part clinical, part front office, all care.
Medical Assistants are the essential healthcare team members patients see first and trust most. You’ll take vital signs, assist physicians with exams and minor procedures, and keep medical offices operating smoothly on the administrative side.
If you want a hands-on healthcare career without years of university study, and enjoy dynamic daily variety, this diploma program is built for you.
Essential Clinical & Administrative Skills You Will Master
Our industry-aligned coursework guarantees you gain practical proficiency from day one.
Phlebotomy
Blood draws, specimen collection & lab safety protocols.
Electrocardiography (EKG/ECG)
Cardiac monitoring equipment, leads setup & reading.
Anatomy & Physiology
Body systems structure, function, and medical diagnostics.
Medical Terminology
Clinical vocabulary, abbreviations, and documentation.
Office Procedures
EHR systems, scheduling, billing & patient reception.
Clinical Procedures
Vitals measurement, exam prep & sterilization technique.
Human Pathology
Disease processes, pharmacology basics & infection control.
Medical Law & Ethics
HIPAA compliance, patient privacy & legal standards.
A real externship,
close to home in Miami.
Classroom knowledge only goes so far. Your program includes a supervised externship at a partner healthcare facility near you in South Florida.
Work with real patients, perform clinical procedures under expert supervision, and graduate with actual experience on your resume—giving you immediate job interview readiness.
Where Externships Take Place
- Physician Group Practices & Outpatient Clinics
- Urgent Care Centers & Community Health Centers
- Diagnostic Testing & Medical Laboratories
- Specialty Medical Practices (Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Cardiology)
Where this program
can take you
- Medical Assistant (Clinical)
- Medical Assistant (Administrative)
- Clinical Support Specialist
- Patient Care Coordinator
- Phlebotomy Support Specialist
Miami Local Demand: Healthcare support roles are in high demand across Miami-Dade healthcare facilities. Ask your FEI advisor about current employer partnerships and placement trends.
“My instructors knew me by name from day one. The hands-on lab training and externship gave me the confidence to walk straight into my first clinical job interview.”
Why Study Medical Assisting at FEI
Career-Focused Training
Every lab exercise and lecture directly maps to real job responsibilities required by South Florida employers.
Hands-On Externships
Supervised clinical placement at real medical facilities near your home, not just computer simulations.
Personalized Support
Small class sizes mean supportive instructors who know your name and actively guide your success.
Experienced Faculty
Learn directly from seasoned healthcare professionals who bring real-world clinic experience to class.
COE Accredited
Florida Education Institute is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE).
How to Get Started in 3 Steps
Talk to an Advisor
Call or request info online. Get answers regarding schedules, financial aid, and start dates with zero pressure.
Confirm Your Fit
Review program requirements, explore financial assistance options, and tour our Miami labs.
Enroll & Begin
Select your preferred start date and begin your journey toward a rewarding healthcare diploma.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have additional questions? Call our admissions office directly at 786-665-8310.
It is a hybrid format combining convenient online coursework with supervised, hands-on clinical lab practice and an externship at a healthcare facility in the Miami area.
No prior experience is required! The program is designed for beginners and builds your knowledge from foundational concepts up to practical clinical mastery.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. FEI offers grants, scholarships, and flexible payment plans to make your education attainable.
You can earn your Medical Assistant Diploma in under a year, allowing you to launch your healthcare career rapidly.