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Skilltrade’s online medical assistant classes offer experiential learning through flexible coursework, personalized exam certification prep, opportunities for real-world experience, and robust support to help you land a job.

18 Weeks
Estimated Training Length
Certification Pathway
Hybrid & Online
Training Options
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Through Online Medical Assistant Classes

As a certified medical assistant, you'll have access to a wide range of career paths across the healthcare industry. Whether you're drawn to pediatrics, geriatrics, or cardiology, the possibilities are endless.

Medical assistants are in demand in hospitals, clinics, and private practices, where they play a critical role in both patient care and the behind-the-scenes operations that keep healthcare running smoothly. With the increasing need for healthcare services, medical assistants not only benefit from job security but also have ample opportunities for continuing education and career growth.

A Career with Growth

Medical Assistant

One certification, limitless opportunities

$43,350

The Average Salary of a Medical Assistant*

Traditional college programs come with a mountain of debt and just don’t make sense anymore. Skilltrade’s CCMA programs offer payment plans to help you graduate debt-free, and start earning what you deserve from the first day of your new career.

Advance Quickly in a 
High-Demand Field

Medical assistants who dive into specialized fields like cardiology, dermatology, or optometry can expand their job opportunities and find higher pay. Boosting your skills with advanced certifications and extra training can open doors to roles with greater responsibility and better earnings.

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How We Teach

Everything You Need to Know and Nothing You Don’t

Our affordable programs use interactive 3D learning, dynamic presentations led by experts in your field, and hands-on virtual simulations so you can practice your on-the-job skills from home.

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Pay in full at the start of your program or opt for monthly installments. You may qualify for financial aid options that cover some—or even all—of your costs.

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$600

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$400

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Program Details

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Skilltrade’s online medical assistant classes are designed to teach you everything you need to know about your new career and help you pass your certification exam. Overcome realistic challenges and situations with scenario-based virtual training. Our gamified study activities and interactive 3D models boost retention and make learning fun. With a range of teaching styles, from dynamic lectures to curated eBooks to quizzes and custom feedback, you’ll thrive with Skilltrade no matter your learning style.

Opt for a 20-week certified medical assistant online program or hybrid option (coming soon!). Online students learn at their own pace through flexible coursework and can choose to participate in an externship of their choosing to gain patient-facing experience and hands-on training at a real medical practice. Students in our hybrid model will head to a nearby facility to fine-tune their newly learned skills in real life. They’ll also be required to participate in an externship, and our Enrollment Team will help them find the perfect match.

Regardless of which program you choose, get human support from our Student Success team or fellow students in your cohort throughout your entire experience. Our smart quizzes, practice exams, and personalized test feedback will help you pass your certification exam, and once you do, our Career Connection team will partner with you to help you land a job in the healthcare field.

 

Key Highlights of the Program

  • Learn how to take vital signs, administer injections, and assist with minor medical procedures.

  • Understand the language used in the medical field to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues.

  • Receive practice tests and custom feedback to help you study for your certification exams.

  • Our Career Connection Team can help you get hired fast, and advance your career for years to come.

 

Program Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Reliable internet access

  • Basic computer skills

 

What's Included

  • 24/7 access to subject-matter training videos

  • Certification exam preparation

  • Human support at every turn

Online Program Outline

Subject
Unit

Subject Title
Unit Title

Clock Hours

MA101

Foundations of Medical Assisting

48

Unit 01

Introduction to the Professional Medical Assistant; Healthcare Law and Ethics; Infection Control

16

Unit 02

Communication in the Clinical Setting; Telecommunications; Vital Signs and Body Measurement

16

Unit 03

Introduction to Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology; Patient Intake; Assisting with the Physical Examination

16

MA102

Medication Administration and Diagnostic Testing

48

Unit 04

Principles of Pharmacology; Safe Medication Administration

16

Unit 05

Phlebotomy; Blood Analysis

16

Unit 06

Clinical Laboratory Assisting; Point-of-Care and CLIA-Waived Testing

16

MA103

Cardiac and Respiratory Assisting

32

Unit 07

Cardiology Assisting; Electrocardiography

16

Unit 08

Pulmonology and Medical Emergencies

16

MA201

Administrative Procedures

16

Unit 09

Medical Office Management; Medical Billing and Coding

16

MA202

Specialized Clinical Assisting I: Neurology, Dermatology, and Nutrition

48

Unit 10

Neurology; Mental Health Assisting

16

Unit 11

The Integumentary System and Dermatology; The Sensory System and Special Senses

16

Unit 12

Nutrition and Health Promotion; Allergy and Infectious Disease

16

MA203

Specialized Clinical Assisting II: Surgical, Multiorgan Systems, and Reproductive Care

48

Unit 13

Surgical Assisting and Procedures

16

Unit 14

Endocrinology Assisting; Gastroenterology Assisting

16

Unit 15

Urology; Reproductive Systems; OB/GYN Assisting

16

MA204

Specialized Patient Care Assisting

48

Unit 16

Pediatric Assisting

16

Unit 17

Orthopedic and Rheumatology Assisting

16

Unit 18

Physical Medicine; Rehabilitation; Geriatric Assisting

16

CCMA401

Professional Development and Certification Review

32

Unit 19

Professional Development and Career Preparation; Focused CCMA Review

16

Unit 20

Career Readiness and Career Advancement; CCMA Exam

16

                                                                                                 Total Program/Clock Hours:

320

Hybrid Program Outline

Subject
Unit

Subject Title
Unit Title

Hours

Subject Hrs. Total

Online

In-Person

Externship

MA H101

Foundations of Medical Assisting

48

8

 

58

Unit 01

Introduction to the Professional Medical Assistant; Healthcare Law and Ethics; Infection Control

16

4

 

 

Unit 02

Communication in the Clinical Setting; Telecommunications; Vital Signs and Body Measurement

16

 

 

 

Unit 03

Introduction to Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology; Patient Intake; Assisting with the Physical Examination

16

4

 

 

MA H102

Medication Administration and Diagnostic Testing

48

4

 

53

Unit 04

Principles of Pharmacology; Safe Medication Administration

16

 

 

 

Unit 05

Phlebotomy; Blood Analysis

16

4

 

 

Unit 06

Clinical Laboratory Assisting; Point-of-Care and CLIA-Waived Testing

16

 

 

 

MA H103

Cardiac and Respiratory Assisting

32

4

 

37

Unit 07

Cardiology Assisting; Electrocardiography

16

4

 

 

Unit 08

Pulmonology and Medical Emergencies

16

 

 

 

MA H201

Administrative Procedures

16

4

 

21

Unit 09

Medical Office Management; Medical Billing and Coding

16

4

 

 

MA H202

Specialized Clinical Assisting I: Neurology, Dermatology, and Nutrition

48

4

 

53

Unit 10

Neurology; Mental Health Assisting

16

 

 

 

Unit 11

The Integumentary System and Dermatology; The Sensory System and Special Senses

16

4

 

 

Unit 12

Nutrition and Health Promotion; Allergy and Infectious Disease

16

 

 

 

MA H203

Specialized Clinical Assisting II: Surgical, Multiorgan Systems, and Reproductive Care

48

8

 

58

Unit 13

Surgical Assisting and Procedures

16

4

 

 

Unit 14

Endocrinology Assisting; Gastroenterology Assisting

16

 

 

 

Unit 15

Urology; Reproductive Systems; OB/GYN Assisting

16

4

 

 

MA H204

Specialized Patient Care Assisting

48

4

 

53

Unit 16

Pediatric Assisting

16

 

 

 

Unit 17

Orthopedic and Rheumatology Assisting

16

4

 

 

Unit 18

Physical Medicine; Rehabilitation; Geriatric Assisting

16

 

 

 

CCMA H301

Professional Development and Certification Review

32

4

 

37

Unit 19

Professional Development and Career Preparation; Focused CCMA Review

16

4

 

 

Unit 20

Career Readiness and Career Advancement; CCMA Exam

16

 

 

 

CCMA 401

Medical Assistant Externship

 

 

80

80

                                                              Total Program/Clock Hours:

320

40

80

440

Program Details

When do classes start?

Classes for the Medical Assistant Online Program start weekly, depending on when you enroll. Already enrolled? Contact our Enrollment Team for more details about your start date at (844) 218-2494 or email info@skilltrade.com. 

Classes for the Medical Assistant Hybrid Program start regularly at our various campuses. Contact an Enrollment Specialist to choose the best start date and campus location for you at (844) 218-2494 or email info@skilltrade.com.

How long is the Medical Assistant Program?

Our Medical Assistant Program is 20 weeks long. For those participating in the hybrid program format, there is also a required externship, which may extend beyond the 20-week curriculum. For additional details about the externship portion of the program, please contact an Enrollment Specialist at (844) 218-2494 or email info@skilltrade.com. 

How will I receive my training for the Medical Assistant Program?

For the Medical Assistant Online Program, your training is 100% online. You'll participate in comprehensive online coursework, such as instructor-led video lectures, hands-on virtual lab simulations, and more.  

 

For the Medical Assistant Hybrid Program, you’ll have access to our online learning portal and attend bi-weekly labs in actual medical facilities. You’ll also be required to complete an externship at a local healthcare organization, where you’ll get real-world, hands-on experience working alongside experienced healthcare professionals. For more information about the details of each program format, visit the program page, or reference our Academic Catalog 

Can I complete the program at my own pace?

The program is designed to be 20 weeks long. That being said, we do understand that unforeseen circumstances may occur and have built in the ability to extend the program in some instances. See the Academic Catalog for details about extensions.

Is the Medical Assistant Program 100% online?

Skilltrade’s Medical Assistant Program can be taken as an online or hybrid option. The Medical Assistant Online Program is 100% online. As part of the online program, we strongly encourage you to obtain in-person experience (typically unpaid) at a local healthcare organization. This is an optional portion of the online program. Skilltrade’s partnerships with healthcare organizations across the U.S. allow us to assist students in finding these opportunities for real-world practice in a medical facility. 

The Medical Assistant Hybrid Program features a mix of online learning and in-person training, as well as real-world practice through externships through our network of healthcare employers. 

Will I be completing the course alone, or will I have interaction with instructors and classmates? 

You’re never alone! Upon enrolling in the Medical Assistant Online Program, you’ll gain access to your Student Success Specialist, who will support you throughout the program via email and phone during normal operating hours. You will also have access to our online learning portal, where you can connect with other students in your cohort through guided reflection questions and discussion threads. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with subject matter experts during weekly virtual office hours, where you can ask any additional program-related questions you may have. 

Does your Medical Assistant Program include an externship experience? 

For the Medical Assistant Online Program, we highly recommend participating in an optional externship to obtain real-world experience. However, this is not a requirement for the online program. Our Student Success Team is happy to assist you with finding an externship at a local healthcare facility, upon request.  

For the Medical Assistant Hybrid Program, the externship portion of the program is built right into the curriculum and is a requirement for successful completion of the program.  Our Student Success Team will work closely with you to identify externship opportunities early on in the program to ensure you are able to complete this required component of the course. 

How do I interact with instructors and classmates?

Upon enrollment, you will gain access to your Student Success Specialist, who will be available to support you throughout the program via email and phone during normal operating hours. You will also have access to an online portal where you can discuss class exercises and topics via weekly guided reflection questions.

What will I receive upon completion of the Medical Assistant Program?

Skilltrade issues certificates of completion to all students who successfully complete all required components of the program. As part of program requirements, students must take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam during the final week of the program. Upon passing the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) exam, students will earn the CCMA credential and can download their official NHA Certification at that time. 

What can I do with my medical assistant training?

With your medical assistant training, you are equipped to work in a variety of healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and physicians' offices. You can assist with patient care, perform clinical tasks like taking vital signs and administering medications, and handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient records. Your training allows you to support doctors and nurses, providing essential care to patients and helping ensure the smooth operation of medical facilities.

What’s included in my tuition?

Tuition includes all learning materials required to successfully complete the program, including Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam prep, and the cost of registration for your first exam. Please reference the Academic Catalog for additional information about what is and is not included in your tuition.

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