Alissa C.
Medical Assisting Program Graduate
Mobile, AL Medical Assistant Programs
Medical Assistant Programs in Mobile, AL
Our Program
If you have been thinking about making a career change, medical assisting is a great choice for compassionate and service-oriented individuals. This is a versatile healthcare role that is in demand. By joining our Medical Assistant Program in Mobile, AL, you can learn highly sought-after technical skills, get comfortable working in a medical setting, and explore the possibilities available to you in the healthcare sector.
At Fortis, we designed our Mobile, AL Medical Assistant Program to help you develop your skills, increase your healthcare knowledge, and take pride in a new career that reflects your values. As a medical assistant, you will make a positive impact on the health of your community.
The training and preparation you receive from Fortis’ local instructors will allow you to thrive in a variety of healthcare settings, plus support from our career services department will open your eyes to various career paths in the medical field.
Hone your skills through our Medical Assistant Program in Mobile, AL:
At Fortis’ Medical Assistant Program in Alabama, you will develop your abilities, including:
- Performing an array of administrative and clinical tasks that allow doctors and nurses to focus on patient care.
- Working directly with patients and making a direct impact on the health of your city.
- Finding your passion within healthcare as you work alongside other medical professionals.
Choosing Fortis means you will not only gain valuable skills that support clinicians in delivering care to patients, but you will also kickstart a career in healthcare that could lead to future growth opportunities.
"I attended Fortis to move forward in my career. I’m showing my daughter how to be successful."
Kickstart Your Career at Our Medical Assistant Program in Mobile, AL
As Alabama’s fourth-largest city, Mobile truly has something for everyone—Creole culture, fresh seafood, Civil War history, and the stunning wetlands of the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta. Mobile is also the regional center of the Gulf Coast for medicine, making it an ideal location for pursuing a career in healthcare.
You can train locally at Fortis’ Medical Assistant Program here in Mobile, AL. Upon graduation, you will be poised and ready to pursue employment as an entry-level medical assistant. This position is in demand at local health centers, such as Providence Hospital, South Alabama Medical Center, Mobile City Hospital and the Springhill Medical Center.
Mobile is a vibrant, historic city, where you can enjoy a day of shopping at the largest flea market on the Gulf Coast. Foodies will not want to miss a plate of fresh, local oysters, a true southern classic.
Find your next position after graduating from our Alabama Medical Assistant School
Fortis trains you to perform the important administrative and clinical tasks that keep offices and clinics running smoothly. Upon graduation from our Medical Assistant School in Mobile, AL, you will be prepared to work within:
- Hospitals such as Providence and Mobile City
- Medical offices and clinics
- Inpatient and outpatient facilities
- Assisted living residential centers
Become a Role Model Like Telia C., a Mobile, AL Medical Assistant Program Graduate
Take the next step in your career at our Alabama Medical Assistant School
Located near Optimist Lake and the Mobile Regional Airport, Fortis’ campus is convenient for native Mobilians and commuter students coming from Semmes, Eight Mile, Prichard, and Mauvilla.
From Downtown Mobile: Get on I-165 N, merge onto the I-65 S, and exit at Springhill Ave. Continue on Old Shell Rd. to the Fortis campus on Airport Blvd. at Cody Rd.
From Mauvilla: Get on US-45 to Bellcase Rd/N University Blvd. Take a right after Mellow Mushroom Mobile, then a left on Foreman Rd., followed by a right turn onto Airport Blvd. Proceed to campus near the intersection with Cody Rd.
Programs vary by state and campus. Not all programs are offered at all locations. Contact local campus for accreditation information.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where can I learn more about training to become a Medical Assistant?
To learn more about medical assisting, we suggest you read several of our blog articles including Career Development for Allied Health and Medical Assisting Students, How to Choose Your Medical Assisting Niche, and Medical Assisting: Three Reasons This Might the Career For You.
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How do I apply to the Medical Assisting program at Fortis?
You can begin the admissions process right now by completing our online Information Request Form or by calling us at 855.436.7847. You will be able to talk with an admissions advisor who can help you.
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What can I expect from my instructors and faculty members?
Our instructors are experienced and knowledgeable professionals who truly care about your success. They not only deliver a comprehensive curriculum, and may also share stories about their work as medical assisting professionals to help students learn more about the career they are preparing to enter.
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Do you offer financial aid?
Most of our programs are eligible for Title IV funding. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. During the admissions process you will meet with a Financial Aid Advisor who can help you.
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What about after I complete the program? Does Fortis offer job placement assistance?
Yes! Our Career Services department works with every student on their job search. We work as a team to empower our graduates with the skills necessary to approach a job interview ready for success.
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