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Best Online Medical Assistant Program in 2026: Why

Advanced eClinical Training Leads the Way When students search for the best online medical assistant program in 2026, they’re not just asking about coursework—they’re…

We Are Often Called One of the Best Online Medical Assistant Programs

Advanced E-Clinical Training helps you build real-world medical assistant skills through flexible online learning, structured support, and career-focused training designed for busy adults.

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PCT vs. CNA: Which Healthcare Career Path Is Right for You?

Patient Care Technician vs.

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Top 33 Medical Assistant Skills That Employers Want

Are you interested in becoming a medical assistant? If so, it helps to know which medical assistant skills employers value most.

What is a Patient Care Technician & What Do They Do?

What is a patient care technician & what do they do? Get the details and how ACT's accelerated program can get you there in less time!

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What Aspiring PAs Need to Know in a Rapidly Changing Healthcare Landscape

Are you considering a career as a physician assistant (PA)? Demand for this important and rapidly growing healthcare role is on the rise, offering…

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Patient Care Technician vs. Certified Medical Assistant: What’s the Difference?

Learn the differences between patient care technicians & certified medical assistants to choose the right healthcare career for you at the ACT blog!

Advanced eClinical Training Receives U.S. Department of Labor Approval

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Advanced eClinical Training (ACT), a nationally recognized provider of online allied‑health education, has been officially approved by the U.S.

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Earn College Credit Through ACT’s ACE-Approved CCMA Program

We’re excited to share that our Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) program has been officially approved for college credit recommendation by the American Council…