Become a Certified
Medical Assistant
Affordable, flexible, and designed to get you certified in just 12 weeks.
Your Path to Becoming a Certified Medical Assistant
Our Medical Assistant program is designed for aspiring healthcare professionals looking for a flexible, affordable, and trusted way to enter the field. With NHA accreditation and a fully online format, this course provides everything you need to pass the exam and secure your first job.
If you don't secure a full-time job within 6 months of NHA certification, we'll REFUND your full tuition. That’s how confident we are.
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Who Is This Course For?
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Individuals who want a fast and affordable path into healthcare.
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Pre-health students seeking to gain hands-on skills and certification.
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Organizations looking to train new hires efficiently.
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Enrollment Requirements
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High School Diploma or GED
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Web browser with internet connection
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Course registration & payment
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Covered Materials
with Tuition
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Expert-led video based training
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eBooks: Medical Office Procedures and Administration & Clinical Medical Assisting
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Competency assessments
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National Certification exam fee
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Student Services
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Dedicated Student Success Advisors
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Tailored support based on performance & behavior
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Exam preparation process
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1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
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Entry Level Jobs in the US
Medical Assistants will see available jobs grow 15.9% over the next ten years.
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Medical Assistant Job Opportunities
Clinical Medical Assistant
$42,000 - $46,000
Estimated Salary
Doctor’s Assistant
$40,000 - $46,000
Estimated Salary
Medical Office Assistant
$38,000 - $42,000Estimated Salary
What You’ll Learn
Our curriculum prepares you with both the clinical and administrative skills needed to excel as a Medical Assistant. Key topics include:
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Week 1–4: Foundations of Healthcare
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Medical Terminology.
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Introduction to Patient Care.
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Anatomy & Physiology.
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Week 5–8: Administrative Skills
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HIPAA Compliance.
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Insurance Billing & Coding Basics.
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Scheduling & Record Keeping.
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Week 9–12: Clinical Skills
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Vital Signs and Measurements.
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Basic Lab Procedures.
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Assisting with Medical Exams.
Testimonials and Success Stories
“This course helped me land my first job in just 10 weeks! The flexible schedule made it easy to balance work and study.”
– Sarah T., Program Graduate
The training was straightforward, and the support from the team was amazing. The curriculum covered everything I needed for the NHA exam, and the job placement assistance helped me land my first healthcare job. Worth every penny!"
– James R., Certified Medical Assistant
“We hired two graduates from this program, and they were job-ready from day one!”
– Linda M., Clinic Manager
Nationally Accredited Certification
National HealthCareer Association (NHA)
Clinical Skills Institue is an approved training program through The National Healthcareer Association (NHA), the largest allied health credentialing body in the United States. As a partner, Clinical Skills Institute offers NHA certifications which are nationally accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
To verify approval of a training institution, call (800) 499-9092
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How does your money-back guarantee work?You get a full tuition refund if you don’t get a job offer within 6 months of certification after completing our Medical Assistant course and NHA certificate.
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What is the refund policy?Students may drop out within the first two weeks of class and get a full tuition refund. Feel free to attend class to get a sense if this program is right for you. Please note the $150 application fee to the school is not refundable.
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What is included in the Medical Assistant program tuition?Our tuition includes access to the online learning platform, simulations and training videos, books, clinical sessions, NHA certification exam prep, dedicated 1:1 coaching and career services. You don’t need to purchase any textbooks or extra materials to succeed.
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How does your money-back guarantee work?You get a full tuition refund if you don’t get a job offer within 6 months of certification after completing our Medical Assistant course and NHA certificate.
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What are the requirements to enroll in your Medical Assistant program?All you need is a copy of your high school or GED diploma and a stable internet connection for our course. That’s all you need to learn the skills required to succeed as a medical assistant and get your medical assistant certification online.
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How long is the course?The course is designed to be completed in as little as 12 weeks.
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What Medical Assistant certifications do you prepare me for?Our Medical Assistant course prepares you to test for your National Healthcareer Association’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification online or in person. We make it easy to get your medical assistant certification online through our cohort-based classes.
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Is the program online or in-person?Our medical assistant program is 100% online and is followed by an optional in-person unpaid externship. Clinical Skills Institute has partnerships with clinics across the nation and will do its best to find a clinic in a convenient location for the student.
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Do you help graduates find a job?Yes! We help graduates who successfully complete our online medical assistant program and pass the National Healthcareer Association certificate exam find healthcare jobs in their local communities to start their Medical Assistant careers.
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Do you have a partnership with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)?Yes! We are partnered with the NHA. All our graduates are eligible to take the NHA’s CCMA exam once they successfully complete the program.
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How much a Medical Assistant can make?It varies depending on state, the median is: $45K-$50K/year
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Is the course accredited?Yes, it’s accredited by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
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Do you offer payment plans?Yes, we offer flexible payment options to make the course accessible to everyone.
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What kind of job can I get after completing the course?You can work as a Certified Medical Assistant in clinics, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities.