You Can Do This!
Learn how to apply, enroll, and start your healthcare training at High Desert Medical College.
Step 1. Complete our interest form, and we’ll help you plan your next steps.
Step 2. Speak with an Admissions Representative. Schedule a call below or stop by for a campus tour. You don’t need an appointment to visit a campus; drop by anytime to see our classrooms and labs.
High Desert Medical College offers many flexible hybrid programs, federal financial aid for those who qualify, and job placement services to help you pursue work after graduation.
Complete the form below, and you are on your way!
Here is what a typical first visit looks like:
Check-In – You will check in at the front desk and be welcomed by our campus team.
Meet Your Admissions Representative – You will meet with a dedicated admissions representative who will discuss your goals, program interests, and timeline. They will guide you through the admissions process and answer any questions you have about our college and programs.
Program Overview & Campus Tour – You will receive an overview of the program(s) you are interested in and tour the campus, including classrooms and labs, so that you can see the learning environment firsthand.
Financial Aid Discussion – You will meet with a financial aid representative to review available financing options and receive information based on your eligibility. Our goal is to make this process clear and easy to understand.
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High Desert Medical College has an open admissions policy, meaning most students can apply as long as they meet basic requirements such as having a high school diploma or GED (or qualifying through alternative pathways).
First, you’ll need to complete the interest form above. Then an admissions representative will reach out asap to start the interview process.
Once you meet with admissions, they will advise you on the next steps to apply to your selected program.
High Desert Medical College’s admissions process varies per program. After submitting your interest form, an admissions advisor will contact you to guide you through the next steps and help you enroll as soon as possible.
Most programs do not require standardized test scores like the SAT or ACT, though certain programs may have specific assessments or prerequisites depending on the field of study.
Yes. HDMC offers pathways to earn your high school diploma through partner programs or while enrolled in select career training programs. To learn more about these options, click here: https://hdmc.edu/hs-ecpp
Some of our degree programs, such as Advanced Placement RN, Magnetic Resonance Imaging AAS, Ultrasound Technician AAS, Cardiac Sonography AAS, Surgical Technology AAS, may require specific prerequisites like coursework in anatomy and physiology, Math/English readiness, entrance assessments, prior experience, etc.
But many of our short programs, like Clinical Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Administrative Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Veterinary Assistant, and Sterile Processing Technician, do not require any prior healthcare experience or college coursework to enroll.
A registration fee may apply depending on the HDMC program and enrollment process. Contact admissions for the most up-to-date details on fees and requirements.
Yes. You can visit our campus anytime during business hours. No appointment is required. You can also schedule a call with admissions or take a virtual tour HERE.
HDMC offers continuous enrollment for many programs, meaning you can start throughout the year rather than waiting for a traditional semester schedule.
Yes, our financial aid team helps students apply for federal financial aid, including FAFSA, and walks you through your options during the admissions process.