Medical Assistant Application Information

Medical Assisting Program Update

Medical Assisting (MA) Program has transitioned to a one-year format. The core MA coursework will be completed over three academic terms, followed by the MA Co-op experience in the fourth term. This updated structure is designed to provide students with a more streamlined, focused, and less stressful pathway to develop the skills necessary for successful placements in local medical clinics.

Including prerequisite coursework through completion of the clinical Co-op internship, the entire program can now be completed in five terms.

Application Process

All applications must be submitted through the dedicated LCC Application Portal. This portal serves as a one-stop location where applicants can:

• Complete required application information 
• Upload the PDF application form
• Submit all supporting documentation

Prerequisite and Curriculum Changes

• The Math prerequisite has been updated to Math 105z (Math 95/98 will be accepted if taken prior to Fall 2026). 
• The Psychology prerequisite was discontinued Fall 2025.
• In place of Psychology, students will now select from designated Communication courses, which have been added to the core program requirements. (COMM 115, 216z, 218z or 296)
• Computer courses and BT 165 Accounting were discontinued from the program requirements.

MA Information Session Fall 2026: TBA. This is an opportunity to learn more about the MA Program and how to complete the application process. There will be time for Q&A.

Application Information

The MA Fall 2027 Application will become live on May 4, 2027. 

1. If you are new to the college, please begin with the general admission to Lane Community College application.
2. If you have already been a Lane student, please log into the Application Portal and choose the "I have completed program requirements and am applying to a special admission program" option so that you can be directed to the MA Program Application.

Application Portal

Questions? Contact medical-assisting-info@lanecc.edu. 

Additional Info

• MA Application Info Packet for Fall 2026 (for reference only. Fall 2027 will be available by Jan. 4, 2027)
• Fillable Application Point Sheet MA Fall 2026 ((for reference only. Fall 2027 will be available to view by Jan. 4, 2027)
• Sample Application Point Sheet (for reference only)
• Find a list of prerequisite classes in the current course catalog. 
• The program can accept a maximum of 32 students. 
  *Florence students are welcome to apply. Please note weekly clinic labs are on Main Campus.
• By the start of the program, students must provide documentation of specific immunizations, background check & drug screen. Details will be given during the program orientation. Read a Summary of Requirements.

For more detailed information about required classes, view the College Catalog document for Medical Assistant.