Train to become a Medical Assistant in Temple City
Hands-on clinical training in our campus lab, with day classes Monday through Friday. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
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Schedule, total cost and financial aid options.
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Length, schedule, cost and aid
From the Palladium Technical Academy 2026 School Catalog. Ask admissions for the next start date: enrollment is open at the start of each module.
| Program length | 30 weeks · 760 clock hours · 51 quarter credit hours |
|---|---|
| Format | In-class, hybrid or online. Choose in-class at our Temple City campus, hybrid (part in class, part online), or fully online. |
| Schedule | Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–1:30 PM |
| Total cost | $16,000 Tuition $13,500 · Registration $75 · STRF $37.50 · Books/equipment $1,387.50 |
| Financial aid | Federal financial aid is available for those who qualify, including Pell Grants, FSEOG and Federal Direct Loans. Our financial aid office will walk you through your options. |
| Externship | 160 hours of real-world experience in a healthcare setting |
| Credential | Diploma |
| Location | Temple City campus · 10229 Lower Azusa Rd. (in-class and hybrid) · or online. See the online Medical Assistant program. |
What you'll learn
You'll train for the clinical duties medical assistants perform every day, practicing in our fully equipped lab before your externship.
- Taking medical histories and recording vital signs
- Preparing patients and assisting the physician during exams and procedures
- Drawing blood and giving injections
- Performing electrocardiograms (EKG)
- Basic laboratory tests and infection control
- Medical terminology, anatomy and pharmacology basics
- HIPAA, electronic medical records and medical office skills
| Medical Fundamentals | 40 hrs |
| Computer Essentials | 40 hrs |
| Business and Medical Office | 40 hrs |
| Basic Pharmacology | 80 hrs |
| Medical Systems I, II and III | 240 hrs |
| HIPAA – EMR | 80 hrs |
| Medical Forms | 40 hrs |
| Employment Preparation | 40 hrs |
| Externship | 160 hrs |
| Total | 760 hrs |
How to enroll
Admission requires a high school diploma or recognized equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC, CHSPE, or a home-school transcript).
Inquire
Send the form or call. An admissions advisor will answer your questions.
Visit & interview
Tour the campus and meet with an admissions representative.
Assessment
Pass the Wonderlic assessment (English, reading, numerical) with a score of 60% or higher.
Enroll
Complete your application and review tuition, fees and payment options.
Bring your family
Choosing a program is a family decision. Bring a parent, partner or anyone who helps you decide. On a campus visit you'll see the lab, meet our team, and get the full schedule and costs in writing.
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How long is the Medical Assistant program?
The Medical Clinical Assistant diploma program is 30 weeks (760 clock hours), including a 160-hour externship.
What is the class schedule?
Classes meet Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Can I take the Medical Assistant program online?
Yes. You can take it in class at our Temple City campus, in a hybrid format (part in class, part online), or fully online. Ask admissions which option fits your schedule.
How much does it cost?
The total cost is $16,000: tuition $13,500, registration $75, STRF $37.50 and books/equipment $1,387.50.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. Federal financial aid is available for this program for those who qualify, including Pell Grants, FSEOG and Federal Direct Loans. You will meet with our financial aid office during enrollment.
Do I need healthcare experience?
No. You need a high school diploma or recognized equivalent and must pass the Wonderlic entrance assessment with a score of 60% or higher.
When does the next class start?
Enrollment is open at the start of each module. Send the form or call and we will give you the next start date.
What language are classes taught in?
All instruction is provided in English.
Palladium Technical Academy is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. Accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE).
Federal financial aid is available to those who qualify. Program costs, completion and placement information are available in the 2026 School Catalog and the Medical Clinical Assistant School Performance Fact Sheet. See all consumer disclosures.
10229 Lower Azusa Rd., Temple City, CA 91780 · (626) 444-0880 · (888) 842-1222