Medical Assisting Program Update
Beginning in Fall 2025, the Medical Assisting (MA) Program hasl 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 95/98 or higher. (Math 52 will no longer be accepted.)
- The Psychology prerequisite has been discontinued beginning Fall 2025.
- In place of Psychology, students will now select from designated Communication courses, which have been added to the core program requirements.
- Note: If Psychology has already been completed, it will be accepted in place of Communication for Fall 2026.
- Computer courses and BT 165 Accounting have been discontinued from the program requirements.
MA Information Session May 13th, 2026 from 5:30pm-7:30pm in building 32/165 on main campus. 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 Spring Application became live on May 5, 2026.
- If you are new to the college, please begin with the general admission to Lane Community College application.
- 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.
Questions? Contact medical-assisting-info@lanecc.edu.
Additional Info
- MA Application Info Packet for Fall 2026
- Fillable Application Point Sheet MA Fall 2026
- 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 24 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.
| Program | Application Opens | Application Closes | Notification Date | Application Highlights | Program Changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Medical Assistant Spring 2026 | 12/10/2025 | 2/23/2026 | 2/26/2026 | Orientation: 3/5/2026 | See above
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| Medical Assistant Fall 2026 | 5/5/2026 | 7/15/2026 | 7/22/2026 | Orientation: 7/28/2026 | See above |
For more detailed information about required classes, view the College Catalog document for Medical Assistant.