Medical Assistant Course
In this course, we will explore the profession of medical assisting by looking at the role of the medical assistant, the importance of health records, and key terminology in the field.
We will learn the fundamentals of medical assisting such as infection control and medical emergencies.
Assisting with medications, helping with the different medical specialties, and working with the clinical lab are topics that will be explored.
ProTrain has integrated SimTutor’s SIMTICS simulations into its Medical Assistant course. Students can practice real-world medical scenarios in a safe environment, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Through immediate feedback and reflection, students gain confidence and are better prepared for their future careers.
Running from August 3 – November 25, 2026 on Mondays/Wednesdays from 6 pm – 9 am PT.
Suggested INTRODUCTORY Price Special:
$0
93 Hours In-Classroom | 12 Hours Online. Course: $3249 / Exam: $324
Course Details
- Describe the roles and responsibilities of a typical medical assistant
- Discuss the importance of patient health records.
- Use anatomical and medical vocabulary correctly.
- Explain the role of medical assistants in infection control.
- Identify the average body temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure for various age groups.
- Identify typical solutions, medications, and equipment used in minor surgical procedures.
- Identify the classifications of medications, including the indications for use, desired effects, side effects, adverse reactions, forms, and medical administration.
- Summarize the important parts of a drug label.
- Describe how a medical assistant should assist in various medical specialties.
- Explain how the medical assistant works with the clinical laboratory.
Course Exam:
This course prepares the student to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified
Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national certification exam.
Reviews From Our Students
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Recently finished my DA course at OC Dental Academy! Christie, Amy, Eve, and Renee were amazing, so supportive, patient, and great at teaching, especially with X rays. Highly recommend this program for anyone looking to get their dental assistant certification, and Christie also helps with referrals after!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing people, and education. Christie the director is extremely nice and genuinely wants the best for her students and truly cares about their well being and success. Amy the instructor is also amazing and is really nice and great at teaching while keeping a friendly and fun environment going on. Really enjoyed these 10 weeks and will not forget it.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **OC Dental Academy – Absolutely Worth It!** Christie, the director, encouraged me every step of the way and made the enrollment process so easy. Maria, our instructor, went above and beyond — she answered all my questions and gave us a simple study plan that really worked. I learned so much and I’m genuinely proud of what I accomplished. Highly recommend! Thank you Christie & Maria!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I just renewed my X-ray license at OC Dental Academy. Christie and all the staffs are SO friendly and helpful. Love their expending facility.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Recently finished my DA course! My instructors were Christie, Amy, Eve, and Renee. They’re absolutely fantastic people, very patient & accommodating to their students. All the materials are easy to understand and taught in a very professional way.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This 10 week course has been life changing for me. Christie and Amy are the most attentive, encouraging, and understanding instructors I have ever had. Christie was always available when I had questions, and Amy did a great job breaking down complex topics in a short amount of time. I decided to enroll in this course to get out of retail, and have a stable career with good wages and work/life balance. Before the course even ended, I got a job at an amazing dental office. All thanks to Christie and Amy. I'm so grateful for my time here!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently just graduated OC dental academy and I would say I learned a lot. My instructors were Christie, Maria, and Lila. They were so patient and willing to answer any of your questions and ensures you that you understand the fundamentals. I definitely recommend this classes for those that are interested and it’s affordable!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently completed the Dental Assisting course at OC Dental Academy, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Amy, Christie, and Renee were absolutely amazing — so kind, patient, and genuinely dedicated to helping each student succeed. They really take the time to make sure you understand the material and feel confident in your skills. The environment was warm, supportive, and encouraging every step of the way. I’m so grateful for everything I learned and highly recommend this academy to anyone interested in starting their dental career!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you OC Dental Academy! Christie, Amy, and Renee were amazing, caring, and personalized instructors. I would highly recommend this place based on affordability and flexibility, especially for pre-dental students in university interested in gaining experience and a part-time job in the dental field!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I loved everything about this place! You learn so much from the instructors and it’s only 10 weeks long! Thank you Christie, Amy and Renee ❤️