Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Get certified and a guaranteed externship in 8-12 weeks or less.
Where nationally recognized certification opens real healthcare doors
Learn at Your Own Pace Study anytime, anywhere with our flexible online platform. Master essential topics like medical terminology, anatomy, phlebotomy, EKG, and patient care coordination — all designed to fit into your busy schedule.
100% Guaranteed Externship Placement Every qualified student who completes the program is guaranteed externship placement. Our dedicated placement team partners with clinics and healthcare facilities across the U.S. to secure meaningful hands-on experience that aligns with your career goals.
NHA Certification Preparation Prepare for the NHA CCMA exam with structured reviews, practice exams, and guided support. Our students consistently achieve strong first-time pass rates above the national average.
Real-World Clinical Experience Build true confidence through hands-on clinical training. After completing your coursework, you’ll participate in supervised in-person clinical hours at a healthcare facility near you, applying your skills in a real medical setting and preparing for today’s fast-paced clinical environments.
Choose the payment style that works best for you: save more with one full payment upfront, or spread out your tuition with an easy monthly payment plan. Your first installment is due at enrollment, and the remaining payments are automatically scheduled every 30 days—simple, flexible, and stress-free.
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At HealthCareerCerts, our Medical Assistant program is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills needed to succeed in today’s healthcare environment on your schedule.
You will learn how to accurately take vital signs, assist physicians, support patients with professionalism and care, manage medical records, and perform key administrative office duties. The curriculum also includes anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, diagnostics, therapies, infection control, and emergency response.
By the end of the program, you’ll have both strong theoretical instruction and practical clinical preparation to pursue entry-level Medical Assistant positions in physician offices, hospitals, specialty clinics, laboratories, and other healthcare facilities.
Flexible. Practical. Career-focused.
Course materials available immediately upon enrollment.
Nationally Accredited Certification Exam registration fee is covered by us.
Instructor-led, discussion boards, and virtual classmate interactions.
All-inclusive 12-month access to online interactive learning materials.
Study guide and 6 comprehensive practice tests.
Practice questions and interactive games covering all basic and necessary job skills.
Case study videos for real-life application.
Audio narration for each page and video.
100% Externship placement
The course consists of 18 modules of instructional content broken down into respective lessons. Each module contains detailed lectures and notes, animated video lectures, interactive activities, real-world clinical cases, classmate interaction, laboratory simulations, constant feedback, and support from instructors.


The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) is a national certification exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), the largest allied health certification organization in the U.S., with over one million certifications awarded over over 30 years. This exam validates medical assistants' skills and demonstrates their dedication to the profession. According to the 2020 Industry Outlook produced by the NHA, 89% of employers require or encourage certification for medical assistants and 63% increase pay when certification is obtained. This course includes a voucher for the CCMA certification exam at no additional cost.
After completing the course, you can sit for the national NHA certification exam at a PSI testing center or proctor online.
Understand the roles and responsibilities of a Clinical Medical Assistant.
Perform essential clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, administering injections, and assisting with minor surgical procedures.
Conduct phlebotomy and EKG tests with confidence.
Manage medical records and understand medical office procedures.
Provide excellent patient care and communication.
After completing the course, you can sit for AMCA the nationally accredited certification exam. AMCA has hundreds of approved test sites across the US. Depending on the test site, hours of operation and exam administration times could vary. However, all AMCA exams are administered between 8:30 AM and 9:00 PM respective to the time zone.
Exam Information | |
Total Number of questions on the exam |
200 |
Allotted time for exam |
3 hours and 30 mins. |
Modality available |
Online, Paper/Pencil |
Live Remote Proctoring Available |
Yes |
Certified clinical medical assistants serve in a variety of functions that combine office operations and patient procedures. CCMA's may coordinate patient scheduling, facilitate office visits and manage patient records, including Electronic Health Records (EHR). They may also assist with exams and procedures such as EKG, phlebotomy, and laboratory procedures.
HealthCareerCerts offers a 24-Hour Money-Back Guarantee. You may cancel your enrollment within 24 hours of accessing your first lesson and receive a refund of your tuition, excluding any non-refundable enrollment or registration fees. Refunds are processed within 15 business days. Please note that enrollments made using promotional discounts, scholarships, or special offers may not qualify for a refund under this policy. Our team is always available to answer any questions and guide you through the process.
Your tuition includes comprehensive student support at no additional cost. You’ll have access to instructors by Zoom and email, dedicated student services, tutoring assistance, résumé guidance, interview preparation, and one-on-one career coaching. We’re committed to supporting you from enrollment through employment. healthcare career.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMAs) perform both clinical and administrative duties, including taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, performing EKGs and phlebotomy, and managing patient documentation. In 2026, the average annual salary for a CCMA is around $45,000, depending on location and experience, making it a strong entry point into a growing healthcare career.
At HealthCareerCerts, your tuition includes everything you need to succeed. Online learning materials, structured study guides, supplemental training videos, and interactive exercises to reinforce learning. If you prefer a physical copy? Printed textbooks are available for under $50. No hidden fees. No surprise costs. Just complete access from day one.