(MAA-01) Medical Assistant Apprenticeship

Complete your Medical Assistant Apprenticeship coursework while preparing to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam in this accelerated program for current healthcare professionals. This 8.5-month program teaches direct patient care and clinical and administrative skills necessary for this high-demand career. Under the supervision of health care providers, Medical Assistants are valued support members of the health care team. Medical facilities all rely on the Medical Assistant to provide clinical services for patients and ensure the clinic flows smoothly. Take skills introduced in class and apply them under the supervision of a Clinical Preceptor while you work. Learn while working with clinic staff in this comprehensive program that prepares you for a career helping others.

Please check with your state healthcare regulatory board before enrolling to ensure this program meets state requirements for your state certification.

Textbooks, online study programs, supplies, and exam fees are included in tuition. Students will need a Windows-based laptop and high-speed internet access to complete the course (Chromebooks and cell phones are NOT compatible with the online portion of this course).

For those students 50 miles outside the Greater Coeur d'Alene area who wish to take this course online, please inform Customer Service you wish to take this course remotely.

This course may be taken online for those living outside the greater Coeur d'Alene area with prior approval. Please contact the Health Careers team at the Workforce Training Center to make arrangements - WTC_HealthCareers@nic.edu or 208-769-3221.

Prerequisite: Must be employed in a medical facility and have someone available to be a preceptor. List of employers available upon request.

For more information on payment options and/or funding assistance, visit www.nic.edu/wtcpaymentoptions.