Breaking into healthcare can feel impossible. Long degree programs, expensive tuition, and no clear path forward. Every month that passes is another month without the career you actually want. At Alpha First Medical Academy, we built a focused, hands-on Medical Assisting program to change that. You’ll gain the clinical and administrative skills employers are looking for in a supportive environment led by real healthcare professionals and be ready to enter the workforce faster than you think.
A complete clinical and administrative education, built for real healthcare settings.
Our September 2026 cohort is forming now. Space will be limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
Medical Assistants are in high demand across a wide range of healthcare settings, and the opportunities are only growing.
Graduating as a Medical Assistant opens doors in some of the most active and stable sectors of healthcare. Whether you see yourself in a fast-paced urgent care clinic or the steady rhythm of a specialty practice, there’s a place for you, and employers are hiring.
Support physicians with both clinical and administrative day-to-day operations.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment where your skills make an immediate difference.
Work alongside specialists in fields like dermatology, cardiology, or orthopedics.
Join a growing sector of healthcare focused on same-day procedures and patient care.
While we provide career guidance and job readiness support throughout the program, Alpha First Medical Academy does not guarantee employment after completion, in accordance with California state guidelines.
We don’t just teach, we prepare you for a real career from day one.
Don’t wait! Spots for our next cohort are limited. Take the first step toward your healthcare career today.
Getting started is simple. We’ll guide you every step of the way.
Alpha First Medical Academy is located in Petaluma, CA, and proudly serves students throughout Sonoma County, Marin County, and the greater North Bay Area.
Everything you need to know about our Medical Assisting program.
No prior medical experience is required. Our program is designed for individuals starting from the beginning, as well as those looking to make a career change into healthcare.
Yes. Alpha First Medical Academy is approved by the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE), which means our program meets California state educational standards.
The Medical Assisting program is available full time (3.5 months) or part time (8 months). Choose the schedule that works best for your life.
Medical Assistants work in a variety of settings including doctor's offices, urgent care centers, specialty clinics, and outpatient facilities. It's a stable, in-demand career with room to grow.
We provide career guidance and job readiness support throughout the program. While we do not guarantee employment after completion, in accordance with state guidelines, our curriculum is specifically designed to prepare you for the job market from day one.
Spots for our June 2026 Medical Assisting cohort are limited and fill quickly. Submit your interest form today and our team will reach out with everything you need to know.
