Online Medical Assistant Program (CCMA Certification)

Online medical assistant certification CCMA program with self-paced training

10,000+

Students in our Community

2-Months

To Complete – Start Anytime

97%

NHA Exam Pass Rate

Nationally Accredited Certification – CCMA

Fast Track Your Career With an Online Medical Assistant Program

This online medical assistant program provides flexible self-paced training, nationwide externship placement opportunities, and expert preparation for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) CCMA certification exam.

Students can start immediately with no waiting periods.

Finish in as little as 8 weeks or take up to 12 months of unlimited access to complete the program on your own schedule

Key program benefits include:

  • Self-paced accelerated training
  • Preparation for NHA’s CCMA certification exam
  • Nationwide medical assistant externship
  • Simulation-based clinical training
  • Career coaching and job placement
  • Expert instructors & 24/7 student support

Online Medical Assistant Program With Clinical Experience

This online medical assistant program combines structured coursework with real clinical exposure through externship placements.

Students gain healthcare experience in settings such as:

  • physician offices
  • urgent care clinics
  • outpatient healthcare facilities
  • hospital systems

Externship placements allow students completing the online medical assistant program to develop hands-on patient care skills before entering the workforce.

Online medical assistant certification student completing CCMA training, showing progress in a self-paced online medical assistant program designed to prepare students for clinical roles.

Online Medical Assistant Program (CCMA Certification)

Award-Winning Medical Assistant Program – Nationwide Acceptance

Online Medical Assistant Program Tuition

Pay in full or enroll in an interest-free payment plan.

Access 1,000+ Clinical Partners Across a Nationwide Network!

Externship Placement & Employer Connections Included 

Your online medical assistant certification  includes 24/7 course and instructor access, NHA CCMA exam preparation & national exam, externship placement nationwide, job matching with career coaching.

CCMA Course
Standard Package

Or, 100% interest-free monthly payments:

  • Interactive Lessons & 24/7 Support
  • Virtual Patient Simulation Platform
  • Externship Placement Nationwide 
  • Instructor Office Hours: One-on-one virtual sessions
  • Career Coaching: Resume, interview prep, networking
  • BLS Training: Via American Heart Association (AHA)
  • 6 Official Practice Exams
  • NHA National CCMA Certification Exam
  • ACT’s Advanced Certificate & Virtual Badge
  • Virtual Shadowing Webinars
  • Pre-Health Community Access

CCMA Course + Venipuncture / Injection Practice Kit

Or, 100% interest-free monthly payments:

  • Venipuncture + Injection Kit

  • Kit Shipped Directly to Your Home
  • Hands-On Practice: Apply your skills in simulations & real-world scenarios
  • Real Medical Equipment: Syringes, needles, lancets, prep supplies, clinical tools
  • Dummy Arm: With veins, puncture sites, and lifelike layers
  • Step-by-Step Manual: 30+ essential procedures, expert-approved
  • Interactive eBook: Instructional videos, guides, demonstrations

CCMA Course + Pre-Med / 
Pre-PA Mentorship Program

  • Free Venipuncture Kit
  • Free Medical Terminology Course
  • Personalized Reference Letter From Mentor
  • 8 Virtual One-On-One Mentorship Sessions

  • Post-Application Support
  • Personal Statement Review & Mock Interviews
  • Strategic Application & Exam Timeline Planning
  • Rejection Analysis & Reapplication Strategy
  • Specialized Exam Prep Resources
  • Research, Volunteer, Clinical Experience Advising

Direct Pathway to Clinical Experience & Employment

Unlike many traditional training programs that focus only on classroom instruction, our online medical assistant program is designed to help students gain real clinical experience while preparing for certification and employment.

This program combines accelerated training, externship placement opportunities, certification preparation, and expert curriculum to help students build practical healthcare skills while preparing for NHA’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification exam.

Nationally Accredited Certification – CCMA

97 % CCMA Exam Pass Rate 

Accelerated Pace finish in 2-months or take up to 1 year at your own pace

Externship Placement Nationwide

Career Coaching & Job Placement

Expert Instructors & 24/7 Support

Simulation-based Training. Expert Curriculum

Access 1,000+ Clinical Partners Nationwide

Affordable Tuition. Payment Plans. No Fees.

Start Instantly – No Waiting Required

Join thousands of successful graduates who launched their healthcare careers with our award-winning medical assistant program!

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What’s included – Complete Training, Clinical Experience, and Career Support

Everything You Need to Earn Your CCMA Certification

Your all-inclusive CCMA certification includes everything you need—from study materials and exam prep to externship placement and career support.

  • Interactive course materials, textbooks, and downloadable resources
  • 24/7 access to interactive classroom videos and virtual seminars
  • Virtual patient simulation platform with ECG lab
  • 6 official practice exams and competency assessments
  • BLS and cardiovascular life support training (American Heart Association)
  • Expert course instruction with one-on-one virtual office hours
  • NHA national CCMA certification exam included
  • Career coaching: resume, interview prep, and networking support
  • Externship placement nationwide through 1,000+ clinical partners
  • 12 months of access to NHA study portal and materials
  • Access to online seminars and community discussion boards
  • Interactive classroom videos
  • CCMA exam study guides and competency assessments
  • Interactive patient simulations, including access to a virtual ECG lab
  • Expert course instruction
  • BLS and cardiovascular life support training

Start Your Training Today — No Wait Time.

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Why Choose Advanced eClinical Training?

We’re committed to providing exceptional online training that prepares you for a successful healthcare career—from certification to employment, guaranteed.

Flexible, Self-Paced Online Learning

Learn on your schedule with 24/7 access to course materials, allowing you to balance training with your personal and professional commitments.

Start Anytime with Instant Access

Skip the traditional academic calendar. At ACT, you can start your training as soon as you’re ready, with all course materials available immediately.

Career-Focused Curriculum

Every course is designed with your future career in mind, ensuring you gain the skills and credentials that employers value most in the healthcare industry.

Nationwide Clinical Placements

Gain real-world experience through our extensive network of clinical partners, offering diverse placements across the country that prepare you for a variety of healthcare settings.

Robust Career Services

From personalized career counseling and resume workshops to exclusive job boards and virtual career fairs, our dedicated team is with you every step of the way—from training to launching your career.

Expert Instructors and Mentors

Learn from experienced professionals and seasoned educators who provide personalized guidance, industry insights, and ongoing mentorship to help you achieve your goals.

Affordable Tuition with No Hidden Fees

Our transparent pricing ensures that your tuition covers everything you need—no surprises or extra costs. We offer various payment options and financial aid opportunities, making quality education accessible and affordable.

Simulation-Based Training

Engage in simulations that closely mimic actual patient cases, enabling you to practice decision-making and clinical skills in a safe setting.

Industry-Recognized Certifications

Graduates earn certifications that are widely recognized by healthcare employers, boosting your credibility and opening doors to exciting career opportunities.

97% Pass Rate

Our approach has resulted in 97% pass rate for our graduates. We continuously monitor exam performance and refine our curriculum to ensure that you receive the best preparation possible.

National Exam Fee Included

We cover the cost of your national exam, ensuring you’re fully prepared to earn industry-recognized certifications.

Medical training progress dashboard showing course, exam readiness, EKG assessment, and externship progress.

Nationally Recognized

ACT is recognized as an approved provider of medical training programs by the National Healthcareer Association, Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, and the American Medical Certification Association.

Career Assistance

We’re Here to Help You Take the Next Step

Your career in healthcare is just getting started. No matter what step you take next — whether you choose to continue your education or enter the workforce — we have resources to help you put your best foot forward.

Nationally Accredited Certification

Upon successful completion of your program and passing the certification exam, you may earn a nationally recognized certificate issued by a professional certification agency. While certification does not guarantee employment, it is widely accepted by many employers and institutions and may support your pursuit of roles in a variety of healthcare settings.

Career Services

We can help you with your job search, too. In addition to a job board that features open healthcare roles across the country, our Career Center offers assistance with resume writing, review, and interview prep.

Clinical Externship Placements

We offer opportunities for clinical externship placements in healthcare facilities nationwide. Our network of partner healthcare facilities includes hospitals, clinics, and outpatient centers, making it possible to place you in a clinical facility that matches your interests and career aspirations.

What You’ll Learn

When you enroll in our online medical assistant program, you’ll have access to a planned curriculum designed by experts that goes beyond foundational knowledge and focuses on developing your patient care and clinical skills. By the time you complete this course, you’ll know how to:

  • Understand human anatomy and the principles of disease
  • Comply with healthcare regulations and the laws that govern medical practice
  • Communicate effectively within healthcare settings, using correct medical terminology
  • Administer medications / principles of pharmacology
  • Interact with patients in a way that puts their welfare first
  • Properly collect, handle, and process specimens for diagnostic testing
  • Take vital signs, prepare patients for examinations, and help with certain treatments and procedures
  • Perform electrocardiograms and run other cardio pulmonary tests


Choose Your Payment Plan and Start Learning Now

Pay in full or enroll in our 0% interest payment plan, which offers a flexible and affordable way to finance your education. Our all-inclusive pricing ensures there are no hidden fees. The first payment is due at sign-up, with the remaining payments billed monthly. Plus, you’ll get instant access to your course, so you can start learning right away!

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What Our Students Are Saying

Helpful instructors, interactive course work, real-life application and seminars.
Alice Jacobs Pre-health Student
This course had so much information and prepared me well!! It made me even more excited for my future PA career!
Alana Loftus Review – 5 Stars!
This course is affordable and convenient. With this certification, you can land a healthcare job practically in any specialty you want. Seriously best investment I’ve made for my future! I landed a MA job in an Internal Medicine Clinic and am finally gaining clinical experience before med school! Super excited!!
Darius Ross Pre-med Student
The patient simulations were extremely helpful and prepared me for real-life clinical practice. I loved the ability to discuss various topics via engaging discussion activities as the instructor presented challenging clinical cases which promoted engaging discussions with other pre-health students in the course.
Ambra Mara Pre-PA Student
I think this is the exact thing that I was looking for in a Medical Assistant course! I love the fact that it’s fully online! If you’re looking to gain patient care hours for PA school, this course is the way to go In addition, the director of this course will also help you find a job after completion of this course!
Miranda Mohamed Pre-PA Student
I learned so so much in the 8-week CCMA course through ACT. The price is unbeatable and the best investment I could make to gain the clinical training I need before medical school. I was super prepared for the CCMA exam and passed with a score well above the national average on my first attempt. I was able to land a job very quickly with my certification!
Gina Vennetti Pre-PA Student
What Is a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)?

A certified clinical medical assistant (CCMA) is a healthcare professional with advanced training who fulfills both clinical and administrative tasks in hospitals and other healthcare settings. The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) reports medical assistants are one of the fastest-growing occupations in the healthcare industry. A CCMA is usually found working in outpatient clinics and private doctor’s offices.

What Does a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Do?

Medical assistants are an integral part of the medical team and contribute to the flow of patient care through a wide range of duties, including obtaining detailed patient history, obtaining vital signs, administering point of care testing, medications, injections, and vaccinations.

A certified clinical medical assistant (CCMA) can also assist with clinical procedures, including minor surgical in-office interventions that require sterile protocol. Furthermore, they prepare patients for X-rays, take electrocardiograms, remove sutures, conduct wound care, change dressings, collect specimens, order proper laboratory studies, etc. CCMAs also facilitate communication between the patient and other healthcare professionals.

Where can I work as a CCMA?

CCMAs work in a wide variety of medical settings, including at hospitals and clinics, outpatient facilities, diagnostic testing centers, nursing homes, and hospice providers.

What is the National Healthcareer Association?

The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) is a leading professional certification organization for healthcare workers in the United States. Today, the organization is the largest allied health certification agency in the country and has awarded over 1 million nationally accredited certifications.

Since the course is online, how will I develop the necessary patient care skills as a CCMA? Advanced eClinical Training provides a comprehensive pathway to developing clinical skills through a mix of online tools, hands-on practice, and real-world externships. The key features include:
  • Virtual Clinical Simulations: Practice real-life patient care in a safe online environment.
  • Venipuncture and Injection Kit: Hands-on practice with drawing blood and administering injections at home.
  • Skills-Ready Curriculum: Focus on essential patient care skills, including documentation, EKGs, and medication administration.
  • Interactive Video Tutorials: Step-by-step tutorials for procedures to enhance understanding.
  • Constant Feedback & Support: Ongoing guidance with assessments and progress checks.
  • Access to Peer & Professional Networks: Join a supportive community for collaboration and professional growth.This combination ensures you’re fully prepared for clinical tasks in real-world healthcare settings.
Where can I take the CCMA national exam?

The national exam, administered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), can be taken online through remote proctoring from the comfort of your own home. The Advanced eClinical Training team will assist you with both exam registration and preparation, ensuring you are fully ready for your certification exam.

How long do I have to complete the program?

You have 12 months from the date you enroll to complete this course.