Online Medical Assistant
Program For Maryland
Students
Our self-paced, online medical assistant program is available to Maryland residents and is designed to prepare you for certification (CCMA) and a role as a medical assistant in as little as 4 months.
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-7 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
- $79/month
- 5-day money-back commitment
- DEAC Accredited
- 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
- Complete in 4-7 months, part-time
- One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
- Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
- Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Anatomy
- First Aid Procedures
- Preparing Patients for Exams
- Preparing and Administering Medications
- Process and Maintain Claim Reimbursement
- Pharmacology
- Medical Insurance 101
- Front Office Procedures
- Patient Therapies
- Communication Skills
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Course Outline
In Maryland, students can enroll in our online Medical Assistant course to gain practical knowledge in both administrative and clinical roles. You’ll be trained to help doctors and nurses, assist patients, record vital signs, manage office tasks, and navigate various procedures common in medical settings.
Quick Facts
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Lessons: 27
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Quizzes: 27
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Complete in as little as 4 months
What's Inside the Course
Beginner-Friendly Lessons
Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.
Engaging Curriculum
Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.
Hands-On Supplemental Learning
All students receive a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff to assist you throughout the course.
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Get instant access! · 5-day money-back commitment · $79/month
Medical Assistant Career
Outlook & Certification in Maryland
$44,010*
18,460*
12%*
Certification
Upon graduation from our medical assistant program for Maryland residents, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. U.S. Career Institute's Online Medical Assistant certificate course prepares you to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The average CCMA exam pass rate for U.S. Career Institute graduate’s is 95% vs. the National Average of 83%**. Included with our course, we cover the cost of your CCMA certification exam, study guide and practice test – a $259 value!†
Medical Assistant Jobs in Maryland
Maryland currently employs 16,480 medical assistants.* There are thousands of medical assistant jobs open in Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown, Fredrick, Silver Spring, Waldorf, and many other cities in Maryland, according to Indeed.com. Medical assistants work at hospitals, doctor’s offices, outpatient facilities, government facilities, medical laboratories, and nursing care facilities.
Tuition & Financing
*Plus one-time $29 application charge..
**First payment includes $50 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.
Maryland Medical Assistant FAQs
How can I become a Medical Assistant in Maryland?
- Earn a high school diploma or GED.
- Enroll in a medical assistant program recognized by Maryland employers. Our program here at USCI can be completed 100% online in 4 months.
- Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Consider voluntary certification (e.g., Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, CCMA) through the NHA.
- Develop proficiency in administrative tasks, clinical procedures, and patient communication.
- Seek entry-level positions in hospitals, clinics, or physician offices. Our career coaches will assist you with resume prep and mock interviews."
How much does a medical assistant make in Maryland?
Medical assistants in Maryland make on average $44,010* per year according to O*Net.
