You will train to help physicians with clinical duties in a medical office. Topics include:

Preparing patients for exams and treatments

Taking and recording vital signs

Phlebotomy and specimen collection

Administering medications and injections

Performing EKGs and analyzing results

Assisting with minor surgeries and infection control

Understanding medical terminology, anatomy, ethics and legal guidelines

Communicating effectively with patients and healthcare teams

You will be prepared to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. The externship is recommended but not required.

Cost and Length Hybrid Course

Cost: $2,599
Length: 2.5 to 3 months
Registration Opens:

Fall: Mid-July

Spring: Early January

Summer: Mid-April

Hybrid Course

Online Course

Cost: $2,599, payment plans available
Length: Up to 9 months (6 months access with possible 3-month extension)
Registration: Anytime

Online Course

CalJOBS

SFSU is an eligible training provider.

CalJOBS

Payment Plan

For online courses, Health Ed Today offers 3-, 6- and 10-month payment plans.

Payment Plan

Certification

After completing this program, you will be eligible to take leading national certifications that can support entry-level employment in this growing field:

National Workforce Career Association (NWCA)
Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC)

National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

This training can prepare you for entry-level CMA positions and is also a good step toward future studies in Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) or Registered Nursing (RN) programs.

If you plan to work outside California, check your state’s certification requirements to make sure this program meets them.

With your CMA training, you can apply for positions in physician offices, clinics, chiropractic offices and outpatient facilities.

Clinical medical assistants help healthcare offices run smoothly. You may take patient histories, record vital signs, prepare patients for exams, assist during procedures and explain treatment instructions. You may also collect and process lab specimens, perform basic lab tests, draw blood, administer medications, take electrocardiograms and change dressings.

Educational Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this course, and you may register without a high school diploma. However, you will need a high school diploma or GED in order to take the national certification exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Additionally, our partners are unable to provide externship placements to students under 18 years old. 

Externship

You may choose to take part in an optional volunteer externship with a local organization in your field to gain hands-on experience. Externship sites may require additional documentation such as health records, immunizations, drug screening or background checks. After completing your program, you can contact the Health Ed Today Externship Coordinator at mentor@healthedtoday.com to arrange placement.