MBS Career Institute (Merkaz Bnos) offers a Medical Assistant
program at its campus at 2115 Benson Avenue in Brooklyn, NY 11214, including an optional supervised internship in a working
medical office. Hands-on clinical and administrative training, an
internship, and optional MedCA certification prep, right here in Brooklyn.
A Medical Assistant plays an important role in today’s healthcare system, combining hands-on patient care with medical office responsibilities. At MBS Career Institute (Merkaz Bnos), you’ll receive practical training at our Brooklyn campus, learning the clinical and administrative skills employers look for. You’ll practice taking vital signs, drawing blood, performing EKGs, assisting medical providers, and managing the day-to-day operations of a medical office. Every student completes a supervised internship, so you graduate with real-world experience, not just classroom instruction. Classes are taught in English with multilingual support in English, Chinese, and Russian. Financial aid is available for eligible students enrolled in our longer, registered programs.
Why Become a Medical Assistant?
Medical assisting is one of the fastest-growing healthcare careers, offering a quick path into the medical field with opportunities to advance.
- Fast Training Complete your education without delay and start working sooner.
- High Demand Medical assistants are needed in doctors’ offices, clinics, urgent care centers, and specialty practices throughout Brooklyn and NYC.
- Clinical + Administrative Skills Learn both patient care and medical office operations, making you a valuable member of any healthcare team.
- Career Growth Build a strong foundation for more advanced healthcare training later, including nursing, physician assistant (PA), healthcare administration, and other allied health professions.
Medical Assistant Program at a Glance?
| Label | Value (paste as written) |
|---|---|
| Program length | The Medical Assistant program at MBS Career Institute is typically completed in less than one year. |
| What you study | Training covers vital signs and patient intake, phlebotomy, EKG, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology, electronic health records, and the basics of medical billing, insurance and coding. |
| Internship | Every student may complete supervised internship in a working medical office or clinic before graduating. |
| Certification | Graduates of the Medical Assistant program may sit for optional national certification through MedCA. |
| Schedule | Classes run on a day schedule or an evening and weekend schedule at the Brooklyn campus, with Fall, Spring and Summer starts. |
| Language support | Classes are taught in English with support for students who speak Chinese or Russian, and a six-level ESL program with a placement exam is available for students who need English first. |
| Cost and financial aid | The Federal Pell Grant and New York State TAP are available to eligible students in the longer, registered programs, including Medical Assistant. |
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Choose the Medical Assistant Program That Fits Your Goals
Whether you’re looking for comprehensive career training or a shorter path into healthcare, MBS Career Institute (Merkaz Bnos) offers multiple Medical Assistant program options to fit your schedule and career goals.
| 1,440-Hour Medical Assistant Program | 600/900-Hour Medical Assistant Program |
|---|---|
| Comprehensive medical assistant training | Accelerated medical assistant training |
| Clinical + administrative curriculum | Focused training for faster completion |
| 360-hour supervised internship included | Shorter program with essential medical assistant skills |
| National certification preparation (MedCA) | Certification preparation available based on program |
| Eligible students may qualify for financial aid | Contact us for program eligibility and requirements |
| Ideal for students seeking the most comprehensive training | Ideal for students looking for a shorter pathway into healthcare |
Not sure which Medical Assistant program is right for you?
Our admissions advisors can help you compare both options and choose the program that best fits your career goals, schedule, and educational background.
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What’s Included in Medical Assistant
- Clinical Procedures & Patient Care Vital signs, patient intake, and assisting providers during exams.
- Phlebotomy (Blood Draws) Venipuncture, capillary collection, and specimen handling.
- EKG / Electrocardiography Lead placement, running EKGs, and prepping patients.
- Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Terminology The clinical vocabulary every medical office runs on.
- Electronic Health Records & Office Software Charting, scheduling, and the tools practices use.
- Medical Billing, Insurance & Coding Basics An introduction to medical billing and coding for the office.
- Internship A supervised, hands-on placement in a real medical setting.
- Certification Prep Readiness to sit for the optional national certification exams through MedCA.
Why MBS Career Institute for Medical Assistant
- Internship built in Every medical assistant student completes internship hours in a real Brooklyn-area medical setting before graduating.
- Clinical plus administrative in one program You leave qualified for both the exam room and the front office, which is what employers hire for.
- Multilingual Support Learn in a classroom that respects and supports English, Chinese, and Russian speakers, a real advantage for Brooklyn’s diverse healthcare workforce.
- Financial aid Eligible students in our registered programs may use the Pell Grant and NY TAP Grant to help cover education-related costs.
Ready to move forward as a Medical Assistant?
How We Work
- Apply and Meet an Advisor Submit your application and meet our admissions team to confirm requirements and choose a schedule.
- Build Clinical Skills in the Lab Practice vitals, phlebotomy, and EKG on real equipment in our Brooklyn lab.
- Learn the Medical Office Master electronic health records, scheduling, insurance, and billing basics to run the administrative side.
- Complete Your Internship Apply your skills in a supervised placement and build the experience employers ask for.
- Prepare for Certification Get ready to sit for the optional national certification exams through MedCA.
- Launch Your Career Use our support to apply to clinics, hospitals, and private medical practices across NYC.
Who We Help with Medical Assistant
Our Medical Assistant Program is built for people ready to start a healthcare career quickly, whether you are new to the field, changing careers, or an English language learner. If you want hands-on patient work plus office skills, this can be your path.
Ask about our Medical Office Specialist program if you prefer to learn only the administrative side, or Phlebotomy & EKG technician training for a focused clinical start.
- Career changers entering healthcare
- Recent high school or GED graduates
- Parents returning to work who want a job with steady demand
- Anyone who wants patient care plus office skills
- English language learners (ESL tracks available)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the medical assistant program?
The full program is 1,440 hours and includes an internship. Extended tracks are available for English language learners. Contact us for the current calendar and start dates.
Do I need experience to enroll?
No. The program is designed for beginners. You need a high school diploma or GED and the motivation to start a healthcare career.
Will I be able to get certified?
Yes. Upon completion, students may be eligible to sit for national optional certification exams through MedCA to become a certified medical assistant.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. Upon completion, students may be eligible to sit for the optional national certification exams through MedCA to become a certified medical assistant.
What schedule options are there?
You may choose a day schedule or an evening and weekend schedule. Classes start in the Fall, Spring, and Summer terms.
Where is the campus?
MBS Career Institute is at 2115 Benson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214, convenient to Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend, Borough Park and Coney Island, with public transportation available.
What does a Medical Assistant earn in New York?
Medical Assistants in the New York metro area earn a mean annual wage of about $48,320 (roughly $23.23 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Wages vary and are not a guarantee of earnings.
Is there free medical assistant training in Brooklyn?
MBS Career Institute does not advertise a free Medical Assistant program. The Medical Assistant program is one of the longer, registered programs, so eligible students may apply for the Federal Pell Grant and New York State TAP, which can reduce what a student pays out of pocket depending on their eligibility. Use the Net Price Calculator on this site to estimate your own cost, and speak with an admissions advisor about the aid you may qualify for.
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