Medical Assistant Program
Houston Campus

Hybrid
Format

10 Months
Approximate Length§

8
Course Modules

Yes
Includes Externship

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Next Classes Start October 22, 2025

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*High school diploma or equivalent required for enrollment.

About This Program

If you're interested in becoming a medical assistant, consider enrolling in UEI’s Medical Assistant program at our Houston campus. In as few as 10 months, you’ll learn to provide direct patient care and support clinical teams with a full range of responsibilities—from scheduling, billing, and check‑ins to performing tests, managing infection control, administering injections, and taking blood draws. UEI’s Medical Assistant program lays the educational groundwork you need to launch a new, entry-level career in healthcare.

As part of UEI’s healthcare program lineup, this curriculum is structured with a hybrid learning format—online coursework complemented by hands-on, in-person lab sessions, plus a clinical externship to reinforce real-world readiness

Course List

Course Title
Administrative Medical Assisting Duties
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Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
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Office Environmental Safety, Infection Control and Laboratory
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Psychology and Special Senses
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Medical Management
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Clinical Medical Assisting Duties
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Pharmacology and Office Emergencies
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Externship
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Career Outcomes

  • Chiropractor Assistant
  • Clinical Medical Assistant
  • Doctor’s Assistant
  • Health Assistant
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Lab Assistant
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Medical Records Clerk
  • Ophthalmic Assistant
  • Ophthalmic Technician
  • Optometric Assistant
  • Optometric Technician

Houston Campus Details

Campus:

UEI - Houston

Address:

9945 Bissonnet Street Houston, TX 77036
Map

Phone:

(346) 502-2173

Campus Hours:

Monday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Accreditation:

UEI - Houston is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

Year Opened:

2025

Classes Starting:

October 22, 2025

Resources

How to Become a Medical Assistant

Discover how to become a medical assistant with UEI’s step-by-step guide—learn about program duration, skills you'll need, and career opportunities to jumpstart your healthcare career.

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