Program Overview

Ready to embark on a healthcare career with the flexibility to fit your lifestyle? The online Medical Assistant program at Ģ��Ƶ�� (CWI), in partnership with CareerStep, is tailored for those seeking a dynamic career in healthcare combined with the convenience of online learning. This comprehensive program can be completed in as little as 12 months and includes over 100 clinical externship hours, providing a robust blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

Designed to accommodate your schedule, this online program offers the flexibility to study whenever and wherever you prefer, allowing you to balance your studies with other obligations. Support is readily available through phone, live chat, and email, ensuring you have assistance every step of the way. Our program is not just about convenience; it’s about providing a quality education that travels with you, regardless of where life takes you across the country.

Degree or Certificate Type

Certificate

Cost

$3,799

Additional cost may apply.

Time to Complete

12 months

Medial Assistant students in lab practicing giving shots to patient

Learning Opportunities

Flexible Online Learning: Study at your own pace with the freedom to fit your education around your lifestyle.
Comprehensive Clinical Training: Complete over 100 hours of clinical externship for hands-on experience.
Preparation for National Certifications: Qualify to test for certifications like CCMA, CMAA, CPT, and CET.
Real-World Skills: Learn clinical and administrative skills applicable in any healthcare setting.
Nationwide Applicability: Gain education and credentials recognized across the United States.

Areas of Study

Minimum age requirement to start this program is 18.

Degrees & Certificates

Certificate of Completion

12 Month

Cert

Cost:

$3,799

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Career Opportunities

1109

Annual Openings*

35.10

Hourly Median Wage*

73,008

Annual Median Salary

18.28

Growth (2025 – 2035)*

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

820

Annual Openings*

19.54

Hourly Median Wage*

40,643

Annual Median Salary

20.28

Growth (2025 – 2035)*

*Data sourced from Lightcast™ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data. Career pathways may require further education beyond CWI.

Registration

STEP 1

Review including:
- A program overview and outline.
- Cost and payment options.
- Career information.
- And more.

STEP 2

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Financial Information

Payment in full or satisfactory payment arrangements for Workforce Development classes are required at the time of registration. Payment and funding options are available.

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