Program Length
16 Weeks
Certifications
CCMA
Avg. Starting Salary
$37,190
Issuing Authority
Become a Medical Assistant in 16 Weeks
Gain the knowledge and skills you need to start your career as a certified medical assistant, working closely with doctors, nurses, and nurse practitioners to support patients throughout their care journey.
- Measure vital signs, such as blood pressure
- Assist providers with exams and procedures
- Schedule patient appointments
- Record patient history into electronic medical record systems (EMR)
- Prepare samples for laboratory tests
Begin instructor-led bootcamp
Get on-the-job clinical training as apprentice
Pass clinical competency checklist
Earn industry-recognized certification
Land a Job
Continued support from mentors and coaches.
About the Medical Assistant Bootcamp
Eligibility Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration and payment
Cost & Included Materials
- $3,450
- Instructor-led video-based training
- eBooks: Elsevier - The Clinical Medical Assistant, 14th Edition
- CCMA exam fee
Student Services
- Mentorship from expert coaches
- CCMA Certification Exam Prep
- 6-month post-program access to career coaches
What Will I Learn?
Our medical assistant bootcamp combines self-paced online learning and on-the-job training to prepare you to land a job within weeks.
- Course 1: General Orientation
- Course 2: Anatomy and Physiology
- Course 3: Medical Terminology
- Course 4: Medical Law and Ethics
- Course 5: Human Relations
- Course 6: Pharmacology
- Course 7: Administrative Processes
- Course 8: Clinical Procedures
Download the syllabus to view all courses and requirements.
Preparing for the Medical Assistant Certification Exam (CCMA)
Our online program and expert coaching prepares you for the nationally-recognized clinical medical assistant certification (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA).
Career Possibilities for Clinical Medical Assistants
Clinical medical assistants are in high demand, with job opportunities growing every day. Health Tech Academy’s medical assistant bootcamp prepares you to work in physician’s offices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and a variety of other healthcare facilities.
Physician Offices and Medical Clinics
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Physician Offices and Medical Clinics
Medical assistants working in physician’s offices assist doctors and nurses with scheduling patient appointments, collecting patient information, and recording vital signs. More than half of all medical assistants work in this setting.
Average Annual Salary: $37,610
Hospitals
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Hospitals
For individuals who thrive in high pressure situations or require schedule flexibility, working in a hospital may be the right fit. Medical assistants working in hospitals will often perform both clinical and administrative tasks, including urgent patient care.
Average Annual Salary: $39,550
Outpatient Care Centers
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Outpatient Care Centers
Medical assistants in outpatient care centers may assist with minor surgeries and procedures, perform lab tests, or provide mental health care depending on the facility.
Average Annual Salary: $44,680
Other Healthcare Facilities
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Other Healthcare Facilities
Medical assistants are also needed in a variety of healthcare settings, including pediatrics, OB-GYN, chiropractic, diagnostic laboratories, and clinical research. These roles may require additional training or certification and may include either clinic or administrative tasks or both.
Average Annual Salary: $38,190
Free Career Assessment
Is medical assistant the right career path for you? Take our free career assessment to determine which healthcare career path is the best fit for you.
*All salaries according to 2021 estimates released by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
WHY CHOOSE HEALTH TECH ACADEMY?
Flexible
Learn on your schedule
Efficient
Job ready in 16 weeks
Personalized
1:1 coaching and mentorship to help you succeed
Gain the knowledge and skills you need for a job in healthcare – and the confidence to transform your career.
Clinical Medical Assistant Program Comparisons
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Community College | Online Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program & Tuition Cost | $3,450 | $2,000 to $10,000/year | $3,000 to $10,000/year |
| Books, Materials & Fees | Included | + $500 to $2,000 | + $500 to $2,000 |
| Certification Exams & Fees | Included | + $100 to $160 | + $100 to $160 |
| Job Ready Timeline | 4-6 months | 1 to 2 years | 6 months to 2 years |
| 100% Online | |||
| Schedule Flexibility | |||
| 1-on-1 Coaching & Mentorship | |||
| Job Placement Assistance | |||
| Clear Path to Certification | |||
| No Travel Requirements |
Gain the knowledge and skills you need for a job in healthcare – and the confidence to transform your career.
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Medical Assistant Training Program FAQs
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