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Online Medical Assistant Program In Houston

Start a rewarding healthcare career as a Medical Assistant. Now is the perfect time to explore MA training in Houston and take your first step toward a stable, growing profession.

 

At CCI Training Center, our 7-month online program helps you build essential medical assisting skills from anywhere — ideal for accredited MA training in Houston or flexible online options across Texas.

 

Learn Online, Train Locally With Our Program:

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Experienced Instructors: Get guidance from experienced, supportive faculty.

Live Sessions:Join two interactive sessions each week.

Practical Experience:Train locally in Houston medical settings.

Job-Ready Skills: Train for real-world MA roles with hands-on skills.

About The Online Medical Assistant Program

In Houston, this program is offered in the following format:

Instruction Delivery: Live online lectures offer real-time learning from anywhere, paired with hands-on training through a local externship.

Learning Experience: Engage in weekly live sessions with experienced instructors who provide personalized support and mentorship throughout the program.

Upon graduation, students earn a Certificate of Completion from CCI Training Center and are ready for entry-level clinical and administrative healthcare roles.

You’ll gain essential skills in:

✔ Patient Interaction and Care

✔ Medical Terminology and Documentation

✔ Front Office and Billing Procedures

✔ Clinical Techniques and Safety Standards

Courses Offered In The Program In Houston

Here is the list of courses offered in our online medical assistant program in Houston:

Virtual Assistant Literacy

The course equips students with the skills to deliver administrative, creative, or technical services. Students will acquire communication skills, time management, organization, and technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace. They will also learn to use online collaboration apps, such as Basecamp, for task management and project tracking, and virtual meeting tools like Zoom and Google Meet.

This course introduces students to the legal and ethical aspects of healthcare, including physician-patient relationships, professional liability, malpractice, medical practice acts, informed consent, and bioethics.

In this course, students will study the fundamentals of medical terminology, including word-building rules, prefixes, and suffixes. They will also explore terms related to anatomy, physiology, pathological conditions, and medical treatments across various specialties.

Students in this course will gain insight into basic anatomy and physiology, emphasizing how body structure and function relate to healthcare procedures.

The course provides students with placement in a clinical setting, where they will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the administrative duties required of a limited X-ray technician in a medical facility. Students will utilize the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom and apply those principles in a functional medical facility environment.

The course introduces medical assistance to students who are studying medications and drugs. Students will learn the sources of drugs, their generic and brand names, the legal classification of drugs, routes and drug administration, and drug interactions.

This course provides students with practical experience using medical records management software in a simulated medical office. Students will learn to enter patient data, post charges, handle payments, run financial reports, and submit insurance claims.

The course helps students perform medical office procedures such as scheduling, billing, setting up reminders, and filing insurance claims so that they are familiar with the daily tasks of a medical assistant.

The course provides placement of the student in a clinical setting, where the student will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the clinical and laboratory duties in a medical facility. Students will utilize the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom and apply those principles in a functional medical facility environment.

The course enables students to gain vital career advancement skills, such as resume writing, interviewing, networking, effective communication, and time management. Students will also participate in mock interviews and learn how to use online job search tools.

The course prepares students to sit for the CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) exam conducted by NHA.

Why Choose CCI Training Center for the Medical Assistant Program in Houston?

For over 40 years, with 24,000+ graduated students, put your trust in CCI Training Center for your healthcare career success.

National Accreditation

Accredited by ACCET - Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training.

Career Training Support

Monthly check-ins throughout the student's time at the CCI Training Center for employment assistance and new opportunities.

Career-Focused Training Programs

Fast-track training program to equip students with the necessary knowledge for entry-level positions in 7-8 months.

Live Lectures

Virtual lives lectures are delivered every week that students must attend.

Dedicated Staff

A qualified team of instructors with years of experience in the healthcare field.

Financial Help Assistance

For qualified students, we help them connect with financial aid options to support the funding of their career program.

Local Externship- Medical Office Procedures

An extensive externship in a medical facility close to the student’s location for medical office procedures and clinical duties.

Workforce & Job Training Center for Medical Assistants In Houston

CCI Training Center provides students with several resources with which they can apply for jobs quickly.

Our resources include the government-backed Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), which covers up to 100% of training expenses for qualified candidates.

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How To Become A Professional Medical Assistant In Houston?

Here is the clear pathway to becoming a medical assistant in Houston:

Education

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A strong medical foundation, combined with a GED, high school diploma, or equivalent degree, is a step in the right direction.

 

The student must then complete a medical assistant program accredited by a recognized body.

 

The fast-track online medical assistant program is a great option for a flourishing healthcare career.

Certifications

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In Houston, Texas, there isn’t a mandatory state-level certification or degree required to work as a medical assistant.

Here are some ideal medical assistant certifications in Houston:

  • CCMA: NHA provides a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant who verifies clinical MA skills, enhancing job prospects.
  • OSHA: NSC(National Safety Council) provides the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to ensure workplace safety knowledge, especially hazard prevention.
  • First Aid: This is certified by the NSC (National Safety Council), which demonstrates the ability to provide emergency medical assistance.

Job Employement

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After completing the online program, consider exploring job opportunities in Houston. You can look for jobs online through platforms such as:

  • Indeed
  • Monster
  • LinkedIn
  • SimplyHired
  • Hiring cafe

Also, look for allied healthcare organizations with open hiring positions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is becoming a medical assistant in Houston the right choice?

Yes, there will be a significant growth in job opportunities for medical assistants, according to data from the U.S. BLS.

CCI Training Center offers financial aid assistance, such as federal financial aid (Pell grants and low-interest loans). We also guide students in the job-seeking process.

Medical Assistants are in constant demand in:

  • Physician’s Offices/Clinics
  • Hospitals
  • Outpatient Care Facilities
  • Specialty Clinics (e.g., Cardiology, Dermatology)
  • Urgent Care Centers

The best certifications that are preferred by employers in Houston during employment include:

  • CCMA – by NHA.
  • OSHA – by NSC.
  • First Aid – by NSC.

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Over
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Providing accredited career training for decades, CCI Training Center is a name that is well recognized and trusted among employers in the fields of Information Technology, Medical / Healthcare, and Business & Accounting. At CCI Training Center, we’re proud of the tradition of excellence we established with the first class of professional career training graduates in 1984.

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The experts at CCI career training center have been preparing thousands of adults for new careers or assisting them in enhancing their current careers through our fast-track online career training program.

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