Our online Medical Assistant program prepares you to perform both the clinical and administrative duties required in a medical facility. Become a valuable part of a healthcare team and make a daily positive impact on patients’ lives.
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28 Weeks
Program Length
CCMA, CMAA
Certifications
$4,000.00
TUITION
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A Certified Medical Assistant is a valuable part of the healthcare team who provides patient care under the supervision of a physician and other licensed healthcare providers.
Certified Medical Assistants are multi-skilled 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 more. Their responsibilities vary with the location, specialty and size of the healthcare facility.
Medical assistants work alongside physicians in doctors’ offices, hospitals, outpatient care centers and chiropractors’ offices.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the job market for medical assistants from 2020-2030 is projected to grow by 18%, much faster than average compared to all occupations. About 104,400 job openings are projected for each year.
The BLS reports the median annual wage for a medical assistant in 2020 was $35,850, and the highest 10% earned more than $50,580. The top industries in which they work include outpatient care centers, hospitals and doctors’ offices.
Upon completion of this certified medical assistant program, you’ll learn a number of skills, including:
In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details.
Medical Office Assistant
$21,000 - $42,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Medical Assistant
$24,000 - $46,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Doctor's Assistant
$20,000 - $40,000
ESTIMATED SALARY
Upon completion of your medical assistant training, you are eligible to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exams, issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Certified Clinical
Medical Assistant
The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification can help you stand out in the world of medical assistants and allows you to join the workforce with an advantage.
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certificate helps you gain the skills to provide administrative support in a medical setting. Demonstrate your expertise in the field and become qualified for a number of administrative duties, as well as direct contact with patients in clinical settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This program is NOT available to students who plan to work in the state of Washington. Many states have licensing or certification requirements for those performing the role of a Medical Assistant. This program is aligned with and/or prepares candidates for certification or licensure in each state except Washington.
In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details.
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Pay in Full
$4,000
ONE TIME COST
Pay in full
Pay in full for your program using PayPal, Venmo or a credit card.
Payment Plan
$4,000
installments
Flexible payment option
Tuition Assistance
$4,000
COMPANY INVOICE
Employer sponsored payment
We accept employer sponsored payments including tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement.
Greensboro College | Community College | |
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Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 |
Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 |
Job Ready In | 3–6 months | 24–48 months |
Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule |
Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms |
Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours |
Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit |
Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures |
Kelly is your Workforce Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Kelly to learn more about the program, Greensboro College and how to achieve your workforce development goals!
Certified medical assistants deal with the public directly, so they need to be dependable, great communicators, active listeners and efficient problem solvers. Since certified medical assistants handle numerous clients' health records throughout the day, they should also be well organized and able to multitask effectively with attention to detail.
Most full-time certified medical assistants work a regular 40-hour week. Some work part-time, evenings or weekends.
Certified medical assistants perform administrative and clinical tasks under direct physician supervision. Physician assistants examine, diagnose and treat patients under a collaboration agreement with a physician, who may or may not be on-site.
The duties of a medical assistant vary from one practice to the next and may be limited by state laws. Responsibilities vary from office to office, depending on location, size and specialty. Administrative duties may include the following: answering phone calls, greeting patients, updating and filing patient medical records, scheduling appointments, billing and more. Clinical duties may include the following: taking medical histories, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, explaining treatment procedures to patients, drawing blood, taking electrocardiograms and more.
Medical assistants are one of the most versatile allied health professionals. They are cross-trained to perform clinical and administrative responsibilities.
Greensboro College, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, provides the highest quality training in order to best serve students and surrounding communities. Our specialized career training programs provide up-to-date and in-demand skills, preparation and certification, ensuring that everyone who completes our programs is of the highest caliber.
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