Your Path to Purpose Starts Close to Home
Whether you are a recent high school graduate or looking for a career change, HDMC is here to help you train for more than just a job.
Every day, our students are changing their lives by choosing a career path that is motivating, interesting, and focused on helping others. They are on their Path to Purpose, and if you live in Lancaster or anywhere near the Antelope Valley, you can be too.
Front Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 7 pm
Friday: 8 am - 5 pm
Talk With Admissions
(661) 940-9300See the Lancaster Campus Before You Visit
Main Campus
Our Lancaster campus features more than 26,000 square feet of medical education space designed to give students room to learn, practice, and prepare for healthcare careers.
Conveniently located on West Avenue K near retailers like Target, Home Depot, and other everyday amenities, the campus gives students the opportunity to pursue healthcare training without having to travel far from home.
Additional Campus Location in Lancaster
Select HDMC classes and labs may be offered at our satellite campus location just down the street from our main campus location in Lancaster.
Satellite Campus
43141 Business Center Pkwy, #109
Lancaster, CA 93535
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We’re Open Late 4 Nights a Week
Extended evening hours Monday–Thursday so you can visit before, during, or after work.
| Department | Mon-Thurs | Friday |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Office Hours | 8am-7pm | 8am-5pm |
| Registrar * Open late Wednesdays | 8am-7pm * Wed 10am-7pm | 8am-5pm |
| Instructional | 8am-10pm | 8am-5pm |
Questions?
Here are some common questions from students. If you don’t see your question, reach out to admissions; we’re happy to help.
Yes. High Desert Medical College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET). ACCET is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. HDMC is also licensed by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE).
High Desert Medical College’s Lancaster campus is located at 701 West Avenue K, Suite 123, Lancaster, CA 93534, making it a convenient option for students throughout Lancaster, Palmdale, and the greater Antelope Valley. The campus features more than 26,000 square feet of medical education space and is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and other everyday amenities.
Students have plenty of nearby options for grabbing food, coffee, or running errands before or after class. Downtown Lancaster and The BLVD are also nearby, offering additional restaurants, cafés, shopping, and local businesses.
HDMC also has an auxiliary/satellite classroom nearby at 43141 Business Center Parkwaay, #109, Lancaster, CA 93535. Select classes may be held at this location, so students should confirm their class location and schedule with admissions before attending.
HDMC Lancaster offers healthcare career training across several areas, including Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Veterinary Assisting, Diagnostic Imaging, Sterile Processing Technician, Surgical Technology, and nursing. Select programs can be completed in as little as nine months, while additional certificate and degree options provide training for students interested in more specialized healthcare careers.
Lancaster also offers nursing options including Vocational Nursing, Vocational Nursing AAS, and Associate Degree Nursing (ADN/RN), as well as diagnostic imaging programs such as Ultrasound Technician AAS, Cardiac Sonography AAS, and MRI AAS.
Program availability and start dates can vary, so students can explore the programs listed above or contact Admissions to find the option that best fits their goals.
No appointment is required — walk-ins are welcome! Stop by the HDMC Lancaster campus during front office hours to tour the facilities, see the classrooms and hands-on training spaces, meet the team, and ask questions about programs, enrollment, financial aid, and student support.
If you prefer to plan ahead, you can also schedule a campus visit for a time that works for you. During your visit, you can meet with an Admissions Representative to discuss your program interests, enrollment, financial aid options, and next steps.