Online Medical Assistant
Program For Atlanta
Students
Our self-paced, online medical assistant program is available to Atlanta residents and is designed to prepare you for certification (CCMA) and a role as a medical assistant in as little as 4 months.
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-7 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-7 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
- Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Anatomy
- First Aid Procedures
- Preparing Patients for Exams
- Preparing and Administering Medications
- Process and Maintain Claim Reimbursement
- Pharmacology
- Medical Insurance 101
- Front Office Procedures
- Patient Therapies
- Communication Skills
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Course Outline
Launch your healthcare career in the heart of Atlanta's expanding medical community. Our comprehensive medical assistant program equips you with hands-on clinical skills and essential front-office administrative expertise. From mastering patient triage and vital signs to navigating electronic health records and medical terminology, you will gain the practical preparation required to stand out at top health systems, neighborhood clinics, and practices throughout Atlanta and the surrounding Metro area.
Quick Facts
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Lessons: 27
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Quizzes: 27
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Complete in as little as 4 months
What's Inside the Course
Beginner-Friendly Lessons
Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.
Engaging Curriculum
Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.
Hands-On Supplemental Learning
All students receive a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff to assist you throughout the course.
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Get instant access! · 5-day money-back commitment · $79/month
Why Atlanta residents choose our Medical Assistant Program
When it comes to flexibility, affordability, and support, U.S. Career Institute offers Atlanta residents an online medical assistant program designed to fit your schedule. Our program is more affordable than many traditional schools, allowing you to study when and where it's convenient for you with no due dates or deadlines. You'll receive hands-on learning materials to help build practical skills, and our curriculum is designed to help prepare you for industry certification. Plus, our graduates have achieved certification exam pass rates above the industry average.
Career Outlook & Certification
$46,060*
33,080*
27%*
Medical Assistant Certification for Students in the Atlanta Area
Upon graduation from our medical assistant program, 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 95% vs. the National Average of 84%**. Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CCMA certification exam, study guide and practice test – a $259 value!†
Medical Assistant Careers in Greater Atlanta
Greater Atlanta is home to one of the nation's largest healthcare communities, where medical assistants work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, physician offices, outpatient care centers, medical laboratories, government healthcare facilities, and nursing care facilities. Healthcare organizations throughout the region—including Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, Northside Hospital, Wellstar Health System, and Grady Health System - employ medical assistants in clinical and administrative roles.
Whether you live in downtown Atlanta or a surrounding community, U.S. Career Institute's flexible online Medical Assistant program lets you study from home on your schedule while preparing for industry certification.
Tuition & Financing
*Plus one-time $29 application charge..
**First payment includes $50 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
Atlanta Medical Assistant FAQs
How can I become a Medical Assistant in Atlanta
- Meet the basic requirements by earning a high school diploma or GED before pursuing employment as a medical assistant.
- Complete a medical assistant training program. Our program here at U.S. Career Institute takes as little as 4 months.
- While Georgia does not require medical assistants to hold a state license or certification, you must perform only duties permitted under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider and comply with employer requirements.
- Apply for medical assistant positions with hospitals, physician offices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities in the Atlanta area. Our career coaches can assist you in the job search process, help prepare your resume, and perform mock interviews.
How much does a medical assistant make in Atlanta?
Medical assistants in Atlanta make on average $46,060* per year according to O*Net, which is $4,460 higher than the state average.
How long does it take to become a medical assistant in Atlanta?
Training timelines vary by program. U.S. Career Institute's online Medical Assistant program can be completed in as little as four months, allowing you to study on a flexible schedule.
