36-Week* Hybrid Medical Assistant Training in Atlanta
If you have a passion for helping others, Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology’s Medical Assistant Program can help you turn that drive into a career.
Combining online classes and hands-on training in a clinical externship, this program can prepare you for industry certification and help you get started in a rewarding healthcare career in less than one year.*
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Medical Assistants are vital to the healthcare field. They perform both administrative and clinical tasks and are often responsible for important duties, including assisting with patient examinations, updating and filing patients’ medical records and assisting in minor surgeries.
The Medical Assistant certification program at Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to get started in this field and succeed in a variety of healthcare settings.
Our lab facilities include the newest medical technology so you will learn on the same equipment you’ll use in the field.
Why Become a Medical Assistant
In-Demand Career
With an aging population, technological advances in healthcare and the development of preventative approaches in medicine, the field of medical assisting is expected to grow by 12% through 2034, faster than the average rate.**
Meaningful Work
Working as a medical assistant takes a lot of heart and dedication. Part of your responsibilities will be to help keep patients feeling at ease in healthcare situations they may find stressful. Medical assisting is rewarding and meaningful work—and makes a real difference in people’s lives.
Job Security
As a medical assistant, you can rest assured that there will always be a need for your abilities. As long as there are people needing healthcare treatments, there will be a need for medical assistants.
Growth Opportunity
As a medical assistant, you’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on people every day and build your skills for new and advanced roles. You could specialize in fields like pediatrics, podiatry, day surgery or even pursue becoming a nurse.
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What Our Medical Assistant Graduates Say
Jasmin Nieves
“I wanted to do something else with my life”
Lazarus Delgado
“I’ve only been here for four months and I’ve learned so much”
Eric Abbott
“I wish I started earlier”
Why Study Medical Assisting with Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology
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Hybrid and Hands-On Experience
Get real career training at Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology. This hybrid program consists of online classes and 1-2 days in class to work around your schedule. We have a robust 220-hour clinical externship and clinical rotation programs. This will allow you to gain experience before you head out into the workforce so that you’ll feel confident pursuing your future Medical Assisting career.
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Get Certified and Stand Out to Employers
Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to sit for the national Certified Medical Assisting (CMA) exam, the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam, and the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Medical Assisting exam. Students who complete this program are also eligible to sit for Phlebotomy and Electrocardiogram (EKG) NCCT certification exams.
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Career-Ready Program
Training isn’t just about earning a degree – it’s about getting a great career you love. That’s why Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology’s programs focus on producing career-ready graduates in the shortest time possible. Our Medical Assistant program is aligned with current employer demands and projections of future industry needs. Be fully prepared to jump into your career upon graduation!
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Supportive Career Services
Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology is dedicated to supporting you throughout your career. Experienced Career Services professionals are here to help with resume preparation, interview techniques and job searches.
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Outstanding Instructors
Our instructors have extensive experience in the healthcare field, and are readily available for you. Get help from seasoned experts who provided valuable insights to fast track your career path.
If you’re interested in learning more about careers in Medical Assisting and exploring whether this is the right career path for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.
A knowledgeable Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology Admissions Representative would be happy to answer any questions you have.
*Program length when completed in standard scheduling.
** https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm#tab-6
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