Begin your journey in healthcare as a clinical medical assistant. This certificate program equips you with the skills needed to support physicians and healthcare teams, becoming an integral part of patient care.
Course length
4-6 months
Weekly time commitment
15-20 hours
Tuition
$4,000*
This online program prepares learners to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical aspects of a medical office. Instruction includes preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, pharmacology, taking and documenting vital signs, technical aspects of phlebotomy, the 12-lead EKG and the cardiac life cycle. The Clinical Medical Assisting certification course prepares learners to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical aspects of a medical office.
After completing this program, learners will have the option to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), which is the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam essential for entry-level employment.
A clinical medical assistant in the state of Ohio can earn an average of $37,560 per year.
Source: U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Clinical Medical Assistant
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Administrative Medical Assistant
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Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
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Medical Records Technician
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Medical Receptionist
We believe higher education should be accessible to everyone. You can choose to pay in full or enroll in a convenient payment plan. Connect with an admissions counselor to explore the payment options available to you.
Total cost of program
$4,000*
*Payment Plan Details: Enrollment requires a minimum deposit of $500. Installment payments will begin 30 days after the course start date.
Do you have a keen interest in healthcare and an innate drive to help others?
Are you searching for a career path that lets you join the workforce in a relatively short amount of time?
Are you eager to acquire hands-on skills and apply them in a healthcare environment?
Can you thrive in a dynamic setting, where adaptability and quick thinking are key?
Does the idea of working collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals excite you?
Are you meticulous, with a knack for working with data, managing records or handling administrative tasks?