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The term accreditation is used by traditional colleges and universities that issue transferable credits and degrees, such as a BA or MBA. Skilltrade, Inc. is a trade skills educational institution that provides comprehensive training for healthcare professionals and other skilled trades to effectively prepare them to work in their respective fields. Skilltrade issues certificates of completion to all students who successfully complete all required components of the program.  

Skilltrade, Inc. is not an accredited organization; however, as a program requirement, 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.  

This exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and recognized by employers throughout the U.S. 

Our organizational structure allows us to offer certain advantages to students, such as lower tuition costs and more flexibility in designing innovative or niche programs without the restrictions imposed by accrediting bodies. Additionally, we are able to develop programs more quickly in response to industry trends and demands. It also allows us to employ a more flexible admissions criteria, making education accessible to students who might not meet the standards of accredited institutions. 

No. Skilltrade training programs are standalone courses; credits from other institutions cannot be applied.

Our headquarters is in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan (just outside of Detroit), but we offer training to prospective students all over the country. Our in-person training facilities for our hybrid training programs will be expanding throughout the U.S. You can find a campus near you on our Locations page. 

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.

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. 

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.  

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

With a CCMA certification, you are qualified to work as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, physicians' offices, urgent care centers, and outpatient facilities. This certification allows you to perform essential tasks like assisting with patient care, administering medications, and supporting medical procedures. The CCMA credential enhances your employability and career prospects in the healthcare industry, making you a vital member of a clinical team.

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.

Yes! We help graduates who successfully complete our Medical Assistant Program and pass the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) find healthcare jobs in their local communities. We also support graduates as they progress through their careers with assistance finding their next healthcare role, and the one after that. 

Applying is fast and easy! Fill out an application here, or call (844) 218-2494 to speak with an Enrollment Specialist, who can walk you through the application and enrollment process.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, with a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and a U.S. government-issued ID. Students will also need access to a computer (laptop/desktop/tablet) and reliable internet to complete the coursework. Additional eligibility requirements are outlined in the Academic Catalog. 

Tuition for the Medical Assistant Program varies by program format (online vs. hybrid). If you’re looking to save (and graduate debt-free!) we offer a 10% discount when you pay in full. For additional tuition payment options and details, please visit the Medical Assistant Program page, or call (844) 218-2494 to speak with an Enrollment Specialist. 

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.

We have multiple payment options available for students. Visit our tuition page for more details about payment options, or call (844)218-2494 to speak with an Enrollment Specialist, who can answer all of your questions.

While we do not offer traditional financial aid, we do offer flexible payment plans so you can choose the right one for your budget. Visit our tuition page for more details about payment options, or call (844) 218-2494 to speak with an Enrollment Specialist, who can answer all of your questions. 

For all questions regarding cancellations, refunds, and grievances, please reference the Skilltrade Academic Catalog.