About this course
- Offered by TerraMD College of Allied Health Sciences
- Program Overview
- Expert-designed content
- Weekly live Q&A and virtual office hours
- Real-world knowledge from practicing medical professionals
Professional Development / Self-paced
Clinical Medical Assistant
Clinical Medical Assistant Certification Program
Duration
250 hours
Credential
Professional certificate
Price
$399.00 (regular $1,990.00)
Level
Self-paced
Overview
What this course is about
Start your healthcare career as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant through one of the only programs in the U.S. offering dual eligibility for both AMCA and NHA certification exams. These exams are optional — you will already be certified by us — but many employers prefer or require national certification, and we...
This 100% online program is delivered by TerraMD College of Allied Health Sciences, with instruction provided by the clinical team from our own TerraMD Clinic. Students benefit from:
Exam fees (around $130–$150 per exam) are paid directly to the certifying bodies — not us. You may schedule the exams at your own pace after graduation.
Outcomes
What you can take from it
Already Certified Upon Completion – You receive our formal certificate regardless of exam choice
Job Placement Support – Resume help, interview prep, employer connections
Medical Law & Ethics – HIPAA, patient consent, confidentiality, scope of practice
Offered by TerraMD College of Allied Health Sciences
Program Overview
Expert-designed content
Course Details
A clearer look inside
After completion
Important: Taking one or both exams is optional, but strongly recommended — especially if you plan to apply to hospitals or larger medical systems that require national certification. You can choose to sit for either, both, or none, depending on your career goals.
- The AMCA CMAC exam (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant – Clinical)
- The NHA CCMA exam (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant)
- Dual Certification Eligibility – Rare opportunity to sit for AMCA, NHA, or both
- Already Certified Upon Completion – You receive our formal certificate regardless of exam choice
- Fully Online & Self-Paced – Study anytime, anywhere (6–52 weeks)
- Live Clinical Q&A Sessions – Optional weekly sessions with real doctors
- Job Placement Support – Resume help, interview prep, employer connections
- Special Early-Bird Pricing – Discounted tuition available now
What you will learn
- Clinical Skills – Vital signs, patient histories, assisting with minor procedures
- Administrative Skills – Billing, coding, scheduling, EHR systems
- Patient Communication – Compassionate care, teamwork, and medical professionalism
- Medical Law & Ethics – HIPAA, patient consent, confidentiality, scope of practice
- Program Details
- Time Commitment: ~250 hours / 16 weeks (self-paced: complete in 6–52 weeks)
- Next Start Date: September 1st (Winter Semester)
- Format: 100% online with optional weekly live classes
- Certification Summary
You Will Graduate With
You may sit for the exams immediately, later, or not at all, depending on your employment goals.
Some employers accept our certificate directly, while others prefer one of the national certifications.
- An official Medical Assistant Certificate from TerraMD College
- 🎓 Eligibility to sit for the AMCA and/or NHA exams
- Career Opportunities
- Medical Assistants are in high demand across the U.S. This program prepares you for roles such as:
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- Front Desk Coordinator
- Billing & Coding Specialist
- Patient Intake Assistant
- Medical Office Manager
- Remote Medical Office Assistant
After Graduation, You’ll Receive
Start your journey into healthcare with one of the most flexible and career-focused Medical Assistant programs available.
- A 1:1 career planning session
- Help creating a professional resume
- Job placement support & employer introductions
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Next step
Begin Clinical Medical Assistant
Review the current enrollment details, then begin when the timing and format fit your path.