Online Medical Assistant
Program For New
Jersey Students
Our self-paced, online medical assistant program is available to New Jersey 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
Our online Medical Assistant course is designed to help New Jersey students gain the hands-on training and knowledge needed to thrive in a healthcare setting. You'll learn how to support doctors and nurses, manage patient files, take vital signs, perform clinical procedures, and handle a variety of front-office medical tasks with confidence.
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 New Jersey
$45,340*
22,400*
24%*
Certification
Upon graduation from our medical assistant program for New Jersey 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 New Jersey
New Jersey currently employs 18,080 medical assistants.* There are thousands of medical assistant jobs open in Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Lakewood, Elizabeth, Edison, and many other cities in New Jersey, 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.
New Jersey Medical Assistant FAQs
How can I become a Medical Assistant in New Jersey?
- Earn a high school diploma or GED to establish your educational foundation.
- Enroll in an accredited medical assisting program (DEAC) for formal training. Our program here at USCI can be completed in 4 months.
- Consider obtaining certification (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) to boost employability.
- Meet all background check and immunization requirements, as most employers require these for patient safety.
- Apply for entry-level positions in clinics, hospitals, and physician offices once you complete your training. Our career coaches will assist in preparing your resume.
- Consider pursuing continuing education opportunities to maintain certifications and stay updated on industry changes.
How much does a medical assistant make in New Jersey?
Medical assistants in New Jersey make on average $45,340* per year according to O*Net.
