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Medical Assistant Training Program FAQs

Welcome to our FAQ section for the Medical Assistant Training Program. We’ve compiled and answered a list of the most searched queries to help you understand our curriculum, the skills you’ll gain, and how this program can launch a successful career in the healthcare field.

What does a medical assistant do?

Medical assistants perform a variety of roles, including administrative roles, clinical roles, and support in specialized medicine. Here’s an in-depth guide on the duties of a medical assistant.

Yes. An administrative medical assistant primarily deals with booking appointments, checking in patients, and maintaining an invoice. Whereas, a medical assistant performs all the administrative as well as clinical duties, such as administering medications, conducting basic lab tests, and taking vital signs. 


For more information, check our guide on the differences between an administrative medical assistant and a medical assistant.

Depending on experience, certification(s) or individual preference, medical assistants may work in a doctor’s office, a clinic, care centers, medical labs, or in a hospital setting.

Medical assisting is unique among other allied healthcare professions as professionals in this niche are specifically trained to work in clinical and hospital settings to carry out both administrative and clinical tasks. Whereas other professions mostly focus on either administrative or clinical tasks.

Yes, most providers offer a Medical Assisting program online.

We offer our medical assistant training program in both online and hybrid formats.

Physician assistants must have a proper four-year college degree and, in most cases, a master’s degree, while medical assistant positions only require schooling and proper certification; a degree is not required. 

Among other differences, Physician Assistants may see patients and write prescriptions but under the supervision of a licensed M.D., while medical assistants provide care to patients and assist doctors and nurses, and complete administrative duties related to the patient.

CNA programs are usually shorter, therefore, it is easier to become a CNA; however, medical assistants get paid more.

Not at all. You can start building your healthcare career as a medical assistant when you are 30 and even well into your 40s.

Yes. The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and the Certified Medical Assistant(NHA) certifications offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) do expire every 2 years. At the same time, the same certifications offered by RMA or NCMA expire every 3 years.

These are two different roles. The CNA is more hands-on with clinical duties, whereas medical assisting involves both administrative and clinical duties. You can check more on the differences here.

Medical assistants make $44,200 per year on average. However, these figures can vary based on location and experience.

Yes! Medical assistants enjoy excellent job security, a fast-growing job market, and high levels of job satisfaction. According to recent projections, employment for medical assistants is expected to grow much faster than average, with tens of thousands of positions being added nationwide over the coming years.

The fastest way to become a medical assistant is to join a career training program, gain in-demand skills, get certified (CMA), and apply for jobs. 

With CCI Training Center, you can become a certified medical assistant in as little as 7 months.

The CCI Training Center Medical Assistant program is designed to get you job-ready in as little as 28 weeks, which also includes an externship for hands-on training at an approved facility.

No, to be eligible for the CMA exam, you must complete a certification program that has been accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training).

Our program covers a blend of clinical and administrative skills, including:

  • Patient intake and vital signs
  • Medical terminology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Basic pharmacology
  • Phlebotomy (blood draws)
  • EKG introduction
  • Electronic medical records (EMR)
  • CPR and emergency procedures
  • Health insurance billing & coding
  • Communication, professionalism, and career development

Yes, applicants must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent (such as a GED)
  • Complete a virtual campus tour and admissions interview
  • Pass the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam with an appropriate score

Upon completion of the program, graduates can apply for roles such as:

  • Medical Assistant
  • Clinical Laboratory Aide
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Front Office Assistant

Yes. We’ve designed this course with your responsibilities in mind. CCI’s flexible online/hybrid learning model allows students to balance work and study.

Yes. CCI Training Center help students with resume building, interview preparation, and job placement support even after graduation. Contact our career services to know more.

Yes. CCI offers federal financial aid, WIOA funding, private loans, and scholarships for qualified students (e.g., Director’s Scholarship). Payment plans are also available.

Contact CCI’s admissions office by phone or email to schedule a virtual tour and submit your application. They will help you with financial aid options and enrollment paperwork.

CCI’s program combines fast‑track learning, real‑time business experience, job placement assistance, and a comprehensive curriculum that covers both office administration and accounting basics. You study online with instructor support, gain practical skills, and benefit from CCI’s long-standing reputation and accreditation.

CCI Training 40 Years Anniversary

CCI Training Center is proud to have completed 40 years in service.