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Medical Assistant FAQs

Program Questions

Do you offer job placement?

We do not offer job placement. Included in your tuition is our Career Coach program that will guide you through the necessary steps to help you in your career search.

Can I contact instructors and how quickly do they respond?

Yes! Our instructors can be contacted via phone, email, or private message directly from your course. They will get back to you as soon as possible, and guarantee they will respond within 48 business hours or less.

Is the specific software and technology you need to use for the program?

Our online courses are designed to be compatible with modern computers. The following minimal technical requirements:

Intel Pentium 4 or higher, Speakers, 250 MB free of hard drive space, Windows 7 or higher, or OSK. Internet access. To get more details please review our course catalog here: USCI Certificate Course Catalog

Career Outlook Questions

How do I pass the CCMA exam and is it easy?

After completing our program you'll be ready to take the CCMA exam. In fact, students who take our Online Medical Assistant Program have a pass rate of 94% vs. the National Average of 79%. While the CCMA exam isn’t easy, with the proper program you will feel ready to take, and pass, the exam.

How will this help me get a job?

Our program will teach you all the necessary information to take the CCMA exam to be certified. Many employers prefer applicants with a certification so it will help you stand out. We also offer a Career Coach program that will help you prepare your resume.

How quickly can I gain employment?

After you have completed your medical assistant program and taken your CCMA exam, you can begin applying and interviewing. Depending on job demand in your area you could gain employment shortly after passing your CCMA exam.

Is it easy to get a job as a medical assistant?

As the medical industry continues to grow* the demand for qualified medical assistants grows. Our medical assistant program prepares students to take the CCMA exam. With certification, job demand, and our career coach program, students may find it easier to gain employment as a medical assistant.

Where can I work as a Medical Assistant?

Medical assistants can work in a variety of different healthcare facilities. From hospitals to nursing homes medical assistants are needed virtually anywhere that health care is provided. To learn more about where you can work as a medical assistant, read our blog, “Where do Medical Assistants Work”.

How long does it take to become a medical assistant?

How long it will take to become a medical assistant is dependent on the program. At U.S. Career Institute, our students are able to complete our self-paced program in 4-6 months.

Tuition and Financing Questions

How much does a Medical Assistant Course cost?

Pricing for programs can vary. U.S. Career Institute's online program costs $1,239-$1,539 depending on the payment plan you choose.

Do you offer financial aid, scholarships, or grants?

No, since our programs are designed with affordability in mind we are unable to offer financial aid or scholarships.

What is your refund policy?

If the student cancels within five (5) calendar days of enrollment, the student may cancel the enrollment and is entitled to a full refund of all monies paid. Our full refund policy can be found in the USCI Certificate Course Catalog.

Is it a subscription service?

No. USCI is a pay-by-program school, medianing that each program has its own set price.

Do you have any hidden fees?

Nope! We pride ourselves on having no hidden fees!

Why is your tuition so much more affordable than so many other schools?

At the U.S. Career Institute, we are able to offer competitive, affordable prices because of our proprietary, in-house learning system. We are then able to pass on these savings to our students.

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