Medical Assistant
Gain the skills to perform both the clinical and administrative duties required in a medical facility. Watch our program sneak peek below!
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Anytime
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Exam Fee
Included
This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: AR, LA, ND, NV, OK, PA, RI, WA, WI
Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region of residence or employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment. These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model – including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs.
Interested In Creating An Apprenticeship Program
at Your Healthcare Organization?
As a registered apprenticeship intermediary with the Department of Labor, we handle the heavy lifting, certification training and apprenticeship paperwork
Medical Assistant Online Training
MedCerts Tuition Advantage
We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.
Monthly Payment Options as low as
$
291
Grants Available to Help With
Apprentice participants are promoted to full employees and regular pay rates when they complete their programs.
TRAINING COSTS
$
5,000
At Time of Student Enrollment
MedCerts handles all intermediary responsibilities, paperwork and administrative tasks so the organization doesn’t have to.
No Credit Check
Questions on Apprenticeship?
As a registered DoL intermediary, we’re ready to answer any and all questions you have.
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What Does a Medical Assistant Do?
Certified Clinical Medical Assistants are multi-skilled allied healthcare professionals who may administer medications, assist with minor procedures, record vital signs, take medical histories, prepare patients and rooms for examinations, handle laboratory specimens, provide patient education and much more. Because of the specialized skill set and knowledge, you could find yourself working in clinics, physicians’ offices, hospitals, outpatient facilities and specialists’ offices across the country. Check out our blog post to learn more about what your career can look like after Medical Assistant training.
249,821
Entry Level Jobs in the US
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
- Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA and CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws as they apply to patient information
- Administer medications and assist with minor procedures
- Record vital signs, take medical histories and prepare patients and rooms for examinations
- Understand basic human anatomy and utilize medical terminology and responsible communication in the healthcare facility
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant
- Kinn’s Clinical Medical Assistant Textbook
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Eligible Certifications
Medical Assistant Apprenticeship
Job Opportunities
$24,000 – $46,000
Estimated Salary
$20,000 – $40,000
Estimated Salary
$21,000 – $42,000
Estimated Salary
Disclaimers
- This program requires active employer participation, and thus is not available to all who seek it.
- This program is NOT available to students who plan to work in the state of WA. Many states have licensing or certification requirements for those performing the role of a Medical Assistant. This MedCerts program is aligned with and/or prepares candidates for certification or licensure in each state except Washington.
- This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: Arkansas, Louisiana, North Dakota, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington, Wisconsin
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
