Become a Medical Assistant within 12 weeks

• MA Training Program: Choose this if you are new to healthcare and need comprehensive training. It includes an at-home clinical kit, live instructor support, test prep materials, NHA certification exam registration, externship placement assistance, and job search support.
• Test Prep Program: Choose this if you have already completed a medical assistant program and only require exam preparation to ensure you pass your certification exam.

To enroll, you must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and have access to a computer with high-speed internet. Prior healthcare or clinical experience is welcomed, but not required; our curriculum is engineered to build your foundational knowledge from the ground up.

MangoStudy's Medical Assistant program is not institutionally accredited like a traditional college or university. Instead, our program prepares you for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam, issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The NHA is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), and its credentials are widely recognized by clinics, hospitals, and healthcare employers nationwide.

Completing our program makes you eligible to take the CCMA exam. We only accept students in regions where this credential is valid and widely recognized. To confirm your eligibility, complete our free, 1-minute online application to see if we serve your area.

We offer rolling start dates, which means we accept new students into the curriculum each week! We work around your schedule so that you can launch your career on your own timeline. To confirm your eligibility, complete our free, 1-minute online application to see if we serve your area.

MangoStudy's Medical Assistant program is 100% online for 3 months (12 weeks) with live classes and coursework. After completing the online portion of the program and earning your NHA CCMA certification, most students choose to pursue an optional in-person clinical externship (80 hours) at a clinical site in their community.

Most candidates complete their training in approximately 12 weeks by committing a few hours per day. Because coursework is largely self-paced, you can accelerate your progress or extend your study schedule around work and family commitments. You will need to attend 12 live online sessions with an instructor, but if you miss a session, we will work with you to schedule a make-up session.

MangoStudy structures your career pathway into four clear milestones:

1. Foundational Training: Master clinical and administrative protocols through flexible online coursework and online live instructor reviews over 12 weeks.
2. Practical Skill Application: Throughout these 12 weeks, develop hands-on competencies using your included clinical equipment kit.
3. National Certification: Complete board-style practice exams and pass the official NHA CCMA exam.
4. Clinical Placement & Hiring: Work 1-on-1 with a dedicated career counselor to complete an optional 80-hour externship and secure your first healthcare job.

Yes! Included in your tuition is a hands-on clinical kit shipped directly to your home. You will use this equipment to practice vital clinical skills, including taking vital signs, performing blood draws, and executing infection control protocols.

Our curriculum is specifically aligned with NHA standards to prepare you for the NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. Passing this exam earns you a nationally recognized credential that is in high demand across hospitals, clinics, and private practices.

Definitely! The $165 NHA CCMA exam fee is fully covered by MangoStudy as part of your tuition. The exam consists of 180 multiple-choice questions administered over 3 hours and can be taken online or in person. We guide you through practice predictor exams, high-yield test prep, and proven test-taking strategies to help you pass on your first attempt.

Absolutely! Once you complete your online coursework, you will work 1-on-1 with a dedicated career counselor. Your counselor assists with resume optimization, interview preparation, and placement in an optional 80-hour in-person clinical externship at a local medical facility. After graduation, we continue to support you in finding medical assistant positions in your community.

During registration, we gather your preferences for clinics and locations in your community. Once coursework is completed, your career counselor will help you identify potential placement sites, update your resume, and refine your interview skills to help you secure an externship position.

The externship experience is a critical part of our program because it gives you the chance to apply classroom learning, build confidence with patients, and form professional connections that can help you secure full-time employment and thrive in your clinical career.

An externship is optional, but strongly recommended because it provides valuable real-world clinical experience. However, an alternative path is available to fulfill clinical skill requirements—a popular option for students with extensive prior clinical experience or those seeking certification for a current employer.

Tuition and fees are $1,995 total with no hidden fees, recurring subscriptions, or unexpected charges. Your enrollment includes:

• Comprehensive Online Curriculum: Interactive modules, study guides, flashcards, and live instructor-led sessions.
• Clinical Skills Kit: Practical equipment shipped directly to your door for hands-on skills practice.
• Comprehensive Test Preparation: 2,000+ board-style practice questions, high-yield study plans, and timed practice exams.
• National Exam Registration: Your official NHA CCMA testing fee ($165 value) is fully covered.
• 1-on-1 Career Support: Dedicated counseling for externship placement and post-graduation hiring.

MangoStudy offers a full money-back guarantee on all registration fees and tuition if you withdraw before your first day of class. After classes begin, you may receive a prorated tuition refund for up to 5 weeks into the course; however, registration fees are non-refundable once classes have started.