Medical Assistant Program

When you graduate, you’ll be prepared with essential skills and hands-on experience for entry-level roles in medical offices, clinics, and diverse healthcare practices. Our Medical Assistant program will prepare you to:

• Prepare patients for exams and minor surgeries
• Perform specialized medical tests like urinalysis, phlebotomy, EKG, and limited X-rays
• Efficiently manage crucial aspects of medical offices
• Work in Medical Billing and Coding
• Schedule patient appointments
• Interview patients and record their medical history
• Assist doctor’s with patient examinations
• Administer injections or medications as allowed by state law

Certifications are issued through NAHP (National Association of Health Professionals). At the end of the program students are eligible to apply for the following Registration/Certification Exams.​

• NRCMA (National Registered Certified Medical Assistant – ($75 Cost not included)​
• NRCEKG (National Registered Certified EKG technician) – ($75 Cost not included)​
• NRCPT (National Registered Certified Phlebotomy Technician – ($75 Cost not included)​

MA Graduates are also eligible to apply for the National Registered Certified Coding Specialist Certification – NRCCS (Cost not included)​

*A passing score in individual certification exams must be obtained to be awarded the Certification/Registration

During your Medical Assistant coursework at our Miami or Miramar campus, you’ll have an opportunity to take part in an exciting externship in a practical environment and setting.

This hands-on opportunity lasts 6 weeks and puts your acquired medical assistant skills to action in healthcare settings. You can engage in either the front office, back office, or both, adapting to your learning preferences.

Throughout this phase, you’ll interact with real patients, applying the insights gained from your medical assistant courses in Miami or Miramar. As you embark on your career, treat this experience as a genuine job to showcase your skills and earn a high grade from your supervisor.

You can start by contacting our Admissions Department to schedule an interview. An Admissions Representative will guide you through the enrollment process, help you gather the required documents, and discuss financial aid options if you qualify. You can also apply online directly through our website.

The program is designed to be completed in just 9 months, allowing you to start your career in healthcare in under a year.

We offer both day and evening classes to accommodate your schedule. Classes are also taught with bilingual instruction to support students in both English and Spanish.

The Medical Assistant program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining online live instruction with on-campus, hands-on lab practice to give you both flexibility and real-world experience.

Classes are offered in English and Spanish, providing bilingual instruction to support a diverse student community.

No, they are different roles with unique responsibilities and certification paths.

• A CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) is trained in both clinical and administrative tasks and typically works in outpatient and medical office settings.
• A CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) provides hands-on patient care under the supervision of nursing staff, often in long-term care or hospital environments.
• An RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) performs similar duties to a CCMA but is certified through a different credentialing organization.

If you’re pursuing medical assistant certification in Florida, it’s important to understand the distinctions between these credentials. CCMAs are a common pathway for students looking to work in fast-paced healthcare settings with a broad scope of responsibilities.

The program is hybrid. You’ll take online live classes and come to campus for essential, hands-on lab training. This format is designed to offer flexibility without sacrificing practical skills development.

Medical assistants can grow into various healthcare roles over time. Many go on to become office managers, medical billing specialists, or clinical supervisors. Others choose to further their education to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Registered Nurses (RNs), or even pursue other allied health careers.