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U.S. Career Institute’s Online Medical Assistant School is available to Florida residents and offers a 100% online DEAC accredited program that allows you to study any time, any place, even on your phone.

Medical Assistant Estimated Time of Completion

Estimated Length of program:
4-7 months, self-paced. Start learning today - no waiting period.

Medical Assistant Certification

Certification:
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

USCI Medical Assistant Earnings

Florida Earnings:
$36,930* based on data found at O*Net.

USCI Medical Assitant Tuition

Tuition:
Payment Plan: $79/month
($1,539 total)
Pay-in-Full: $1,239 Tuition
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Medical Assistant Program Goal

Program Goal:
To prepare students both to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam and gain entry-level employment as a medical assistant.

Medical Assistant Class Format

Class Format:
Online – Computer or Phone

Table of Contents

Our Medical Assistant classes are designed to prepare Florida students to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam administered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Passing the CCMA exam will allow you to become a certified medical assistant in the State of Florida. Your CCMA exam fee, study guide and practice test are included in your tuition – a $243 value!†

In our medical assistant course, you'll learn essential skills for both clinical and administrative tasks in a medical office. This includes gaining knowledge about the human body, mastering medical terms, documenting procedures accurately, handling medical emergencies, and addressing common health conditions. Get ready to develop the expertise needed to excel in this crucial healthcare role.


What You'll Learn

  • Medical Terminology
  • Introduction to Anatomy
  • First Aid Procedures
  • Preparing Patients for Exams
  • Preparing and Administering Medications
  • Medical Insurance 101
  • Front Office Procedures
  • Patient Therapies
  • Pharmacology
  • Communication Skills
  • Process and Maintain Claim Reimbursement

Florida Mean Salary

$36,930*

Number of jobs in FL by 2030

74,140*

Job Growth in FL by 2030

30%*


Certification

Upon graduation from our medical assistant program for Florida residents, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute's Online Medical Assistant certificate course prepares you to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The average CCMA exam pass rate for U.S. Career Institute graduate’s is 91% vs. the National Average of 77%**. Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CCMA certification exam, study guide and practice test – a $243 value!†

Medical Assistant Jobs in Florida

Florida currently has 58,530 medical assistants, which is the third highest behind California and Texas.*** There are thousands of medical assistant jobs open in Miami, Jacksonville, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Orlando, and many other cities in Florida, according to Indeed.com. Medical assistants work at hospitals, doctor’s offices, outpatient facilities, government facilities, medical laboratories, and nursing care facilities.

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How can I become a Medical Assistant in Florida?

To become a medical assistant in Florida, it’s best to start with obtaining a high school diploma. Then consider completing an accredited medical assisting program such as ours at U.S. Career Institute, which will prepare you to take the CCMA certification exam. Obtaining certification through organizations like the NHA will add credibility. Check with the Florida Board of Medicine for any licensure requirements. Gain experience through internships or entry-level positions, focusing on medical terminology and administrative tasks. Network within the healthcare community for job opportunities and stay updated with continuing education.

How much does a medical assistant make in Florida?

Medical assistants in Florida make on average $36,930* per year according to O*Net.

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*O*Net, Medical Assistants Job Earnings and Job Data (visited March 7, 2024). Statements found at O*Net are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the information at O*Net includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, and levels of experience.
** MA source: NHA Analytics - 2023 - 88% CCMA exam pass rate (national average 78%). Date of NHA analytic summary report: March 7, 2024.
*** Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics on the internet at Medical Assistants (visited March 7, 2024).
†Provided in form of reimbursement when the following terms are met: Student submits receipt issued by NHA, has successfully completed the course and has paid tuition in full. Reimbursement is for up to $243 towards the cost of the CCMA Certification Exam, practice test and study materials.