Medical Assistant Training Program – Fortis College, Orange Park, Florida

New skills, new opportunities, new you: Train as a Medical Assistant at Fortis College, Orange Park, Florida 

Imagine stepping into a career where every day brings the chance to help others, learn something new, and feel proud of the work you do. At Fortis College in Orange Park, Florida, our Medical Assistant program gives you the hands-on skills and confidence to make that future a reality. With supportive instructors, real-world training, and a clear path toward a stable, meaningful healthcare career, Fortis is here to help you unlock new opportunities—and become the best version of yourself along the way.

Medical assistants are in demand across the state of Florida. Nationwide, employment of medical assistants is projected to grow an impressive 12% from 2024 to 2034, must faster than the average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Why Choose the Fortis College, Orange Park Campus for Your Medical Assistant Training?

  • Graduate in as little as 36 Instructional Weeks
    The Fortis Medical Assistant diploma program is structured to help you start your career quickly, with focused, accelerated training that prepares you for real-world healthcare environments.
  • Hybrid Learning for Flexibility and Experience
    The program’s hybrid format combines convenient online coursework with on-campus, hands-on learning, giving students the best of both worlds. Learn from experienced instructors who bring real-world healthcare expertise and a passion for student success.* 
  • Career Support and Local Connections
    Students benefit from career services support, access to local job databases, and connections with healthcare employers across Clay County and the entire Jacksonville metro areaa.

What is the employment outlook?

Local job outlook information provides insight into occupational wage and employment trends associated with the campus area. The information is based on third-party labor-market data. Wage figures represent estimates for workers in the selected occupation and geographic area; they are not based on the earnings of Fortis graduates. Employment, salary and other career outcomes are not guaranteed.

Position in 32065
Entry-Level Salary Range
Projected Growth
Medical Assistants
$36,120
+26.0%
Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.
Source: Lightcast, using occupational information from O*NET and wage and employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024 wage data and 2024–2034 projections. O*NET® is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Lightcast modifications have not been reviewed, approved, endorsed or tested by USDOL/ETA.

A career as a medical assistant can open the door to a rewarding future in healthcare. Medical Assistants gain valuable experience in a variety of clinical settings and often discover opportunities to grow in the areas of medicine that inspire them most. Take the first step toward your future—Request information today and begin your training at Fortis.