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Become a Certified Medical Assistant Online with Clinical Skills Institute

  • Writer: Elnaz Sarabchian
    Elnaz Sarabchian
  • Sep 16, 2025
  • 2 min read

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in healthcare without spending years in school? The Medical Assistant Program at Clinical Skills Institute (CSI) is designed to help you earn your NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential in just a few months—completely online, flexible, and affordable.


Why Choose Clinical Skills Institute’s Medical Assistant Program?


At CSI, our mission is to make healthcare education accessible, affordable, and career-focused. Our Medical Assistant program is:

  • 100% Online & Self-Paced – Learn from anywhere on your own schedule.

  • Affordable Tuition – Just $900 total, or $810 if you pay in full. Payment plans available.

  • Comprehensive Curriculum – Covering both clinical and administrative skills.

  • Externship Support – Gain real-world experience at a local clinic or urgent care.

  • Certification Included – Tuition covers the $165 NHA CCMA exam fee.

Externship placement for Medical Assistant student in a clinic

What You’ll Learn


Our program prepares you for every aspect of a medical assistant’s role, from the front desk to the exam room. Topics include:

  • Medical terminology and anatomy

  • Patient intake and vital signs

  • Phlebotomy and specimen collection

  • Injections and basic clinical procedures

  • EKGs and diagnostic testing

  • Medical billing, insurance, and coding basics

  • HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control standards


Externship and Job Support


After completing the online modules, you’ll have the option to participate in a 1–2 week externship with a clinic or urgent care near you. This hands-on training is a great way to practice your skills and often leads directly to job offers.

We also provide:

  • Resume and cover letter assistance

  • Recommendation letters

  • Access to a student job board with employers actively hiring medical assistants


Why Medical Assistants Are in High Demand


According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is projected to grow 14% through 2032, much faster than average. With an NHA CCMA certification, you’ll be qualified to work in:

  • Physician offices

  • Urgent cares and clinics

  • Hospitals and outpatient centers

  • Specialty practices (pediatrics, OB/GYN, cardiology, etc.)


Tuition & What’s Included


Your tuition covers everything you need—no hidden fees:

  • Full online program (12 months access)

  • Medical Assistant eBook ($125 value)

  • Six NHA practice exams ($50 value)

  • Official NHA CCMA exam fee ($165 value)

  • Recommendation letter and externship support

👉 Pay in full: $810👉 Payment plan: $100 down + $150/month for 5 months


How to Get Started


Enrollment is easy—you can start today and get immediate access to your portal and program materials. Most students complete the course in 3–4 months and are job-ready by the time they finish their externship.


Take the first step toward your healthcare career today with Clinical Skills Institute’s Medical Assistant Program.

📞 Call us at 1-888-596-2131

🌐 Enroll online at www.clinicalskillsinstitute.com

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