ANDERSON UNIVERSITY

Medical Assistant: Online Certificate Program

Want to make a difference and at the same time make yourself marketable in a booming industry? As a qualified medical assistant, you’ll understand how to provide exceptional patient care, effectively manage medical office procedures, and understand the keys to executing clinical tasks. Start your new career in as little as 8 months!

A woman wearing scrubs writes notes on a clipboard.
A doctor checks the pulse of a patient in a wheelchair. Behind the patient is a medical assistant wearing scrubs

This Medical Assistant Certificate Program is a great fit for:

  • Individuals interested in a career in healthcare
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Any student, healthcare professional, or aspiring healthcare worker who’s looking to join a booming field with opportunities for growth

About the Online Medical Assistant Certificate Program

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COURSE LENGTH

28 weeks

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TIME COMMITMENT

15-20 hours per week

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How Much Does a Medical Assistant Certificate Cost?

We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access. Speak with an enrollment advisor to see what payment option you may qualify for.

$4,000*

Pay In Full

Lowest available price

$267*

Monthly Payment as low as

Payment begins 30 days after your course start date.

*This advertised payment is for qualified applicants who choose the 18-month financing option. Other payment options available. Minimum deposit of $200 required to enroll.

This online Medical Assistant Certificate Program covers a wide range of skills and objectives that give you the tools to thrive in a variety of settings in the the healthcare industry. Developed by industry experts, students will interact with their curriculum through 3D virtual office scenarios, clinical skill simulations, animations, assessment gamification and activities. You will enjoy robust online courses including Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Professionalism in Allied Health, Clinical Medical Assisting and more.

Fast Facts

16%

PROJECTED GROWTH OF MEDICAL ASSISTANT EMPLOYMENT

117,800

NEW MEDICAL ASSISTANT JOBS EXPECTED BY 2031

$17.88

AVERAGE HOURLY WAGE FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANTS

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Career Paths

Clinical Medical Assistant
Administrative Medical Assistant
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Medical Records Technician
Medical Receptionist
Healthcare Administrative Assistant

Medical assistant jobs in Illinois pay $40,730 per year on average. Up to 2,000 news jobs will be created across the state by 2031

-U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics

Is this online Medical Assistant Certificate Program right for me? 

  • Are you detail-oriented and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced healthcare environment?  
  • Are you interested in learning both clinical and administrative skills to contribute effectively to a medical team?  
  • Are you comfortable with direct patient interaction, including taking vital signs and assisting with examinations?  
  • Are you seeking a career with diverse job opportunities and the potential for growth and advancement?  
  • Are you organized, reliable and capable of maintaining accurate medical records and managing administrative tasks? 

Inquire Today

Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Workforce Training Specialist today!

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