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California-Approved. Externship Guaranteed. Certified in 8‑12 Weeks.

Built for California certification rules — including CPT1 compliance. Externship placements available across LA, San Diego, Bay Area, and Sacramento.

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Pass Rate
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Licensed and Approved by

New Hampshire Department of Education
New Hampshire
Department of Education
National HealthCareer Association
National HealthCareer
Association (NHA)
American Medical Certification Association
American Medical Certification
Association (AMCA)
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
Pharmacy Technician
Certification Board (PTCB)

Our graduates are employed at

UCLA Health
UCLA Health
AdventHealth Orlando
AdventHealth Orlando
University of Virginia School of Medicine
University of Virginia
School of Medicine
University of Southern California
University of Southern
California
Most Popular Program

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Our fully online self-paced course will prepare you for a nationally accredited certification exam in as little as 8 weeks.

8 Weeks
As Little As
100%
Online & Self-Paced
12 Mo
Unlimited Access
5
ACE College Credits

What's Included in Your Tuition

  • One-on-one Zoom sessions with your instructor
  • Interactive online classroom, quizzes & flashcards
  • NHA Exam Prep & certification exam fee
  • Guaranteed externship placement at a clinic in your area
  • Venipuncture / injection practice kit shipped to you
  • 3D animated demos & virtual clinical simulations
  • All textbooks & learning materials — no extra costs

Payment Options

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Pay in manageable installments over the course of your class
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MyCAA up to $2,000 — contact us for details

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All plans include the full program — same content, same certification.

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Why HealthCareerCerts

Five commitments we put in writing. Not marketing language — contractual guarantees.

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Affordable, High-quality and Fast

Low-cost, high-quality training that gets you job-ready in weeks without student debt.

2

Learn Anytime, Anywhere

Study on your phone, tablet, or laptop with 24/7 access and no extra costs for materials.

3

Hands-On and Interactive

Direct access to instructors and classmates throughout your program.

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Pass the Exam With Confidence

Get access to 1,400+ practice questions and 700 self-checks.

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Externship Guaranteed

100% guaranteed externship placement at clinics across the country.

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Flexible Payment Plans

Affordable tuition with flexible payment options — start your program today, pay over time. No hidden fees.

California Medical Assistant Certification — What You Need to Know

California has specific requirements that most online programs ignore. HealthCareerCerts is built for them.

  • CPT1 compliance is mandatory. California requires Medical Assistants to complete specific training modules under the Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT1) standard before they can perform venipuncture. Our curriculum includes full CPT1 training so you're compliant from day one.
  • Clinical hours must meet California's threshold. The state requires documented, supervised clinical hours at an approved site. Our externship guarantee ensures you complete these hours at an approved California clinical site — no scrambling for placements.
  • Your credential must be recognized by California employers. The CCMA certification you earn through HealthCareerCerts is nationally recognized and accepted by healthcare employers across California, including hospital systems, urgent care networks, and private practice groups in LA, San Diego, Bay Area, and Sacramento.

Meet Your Instructors

Real clinicians. Real credentials. They teach because they practice.

Instructor

Nikki Tashof, CCMA, BS

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with a BS in healthcare. Teaches the core CCMA curriculum including clinical skills, patient care, and exam preparation.

Instructor

Aubrie Jones, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Practicing Physician Assistant who leads clinical skills training, patient assessment modules, and Pre-PA mentorship with real-world case studies.

Instructor

Dr. Sahar Seyedin, CPhT

Doctor of Pharmacy Registered Nurse • Clinical Educationbull; Certified Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacology and medication management expert. Teaches pharmacology fundamentals, phlebotomy technique, and clinical procedures across all certification programs.

Your 8-Week Path to Certification

A structured program designed to get you certified and placed — with California compliance built in.

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Weeks 1–2

Healthcare Fundamentals

Medical terminology, anatomy essentials, healthcare law and ethics, HIPAA compliance, and infection control. Includes California-specific regulatory training.

2
Weeks 3–4

Clinical Skills & CPT1 Training

Vital signs, phlebotomy with full CPT1 compliance, EKG, injections, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing. Meets California's venipuncture certification standards.

3
Weeks 5–6

Administrative & Professional

Medical billing and coding basics, EHR documentation, scheduling, insurance verification, and professional communication in clinical settings.

4
Weeks 7–8

Certification & Placement

CCMA exam preparation with practice tests, resume and interview coaching, California externship coordination, and job placement support at named California clinics.

What Our Graduates Say

Real students. Real outcomes. Real career starts.

HealthCareer Certs was overall 10 out of 10, instructors were so kind and willing to answer any questions throughout the course at any given time. For someone like me who was eager to step foot in the field after just receiving my bachelors in biology, I found this course to be greatly structured. I was able to get certified while taking some time to travel, thanks to the course being online, I studied anywhere and everywhere. Would definitely recommend!

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Getting my CCMA certification through HealthCareer Certs was such an amazing experience. I cannot recommend this course enough! All of the instructors were so helpful and amazing, everything is self-paced online and I passed my certification exam on the first try because of them! Thank you so much HealthCareer Certs!!!

Graduate
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I was able to get certified and pass the NHA exam on the first try in only 6 weeks, and I appreciated the ease of the entire process/course and the other support/resources I received. I would recommend this program to anyone who wants their MA certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are the training programs online or in-person?

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Our programs are 100% online. Study on your phone, tablet, or laptop with 24/7 access.

What's on the CCMA Exam?

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The NHA CCMA exam covers clinical medical assisting, including anatomy, physiology, patient care, medical office procedures, and pharmacology. We provide 1,400+ practice questions and 700 self-checks to prepare you.

What Tuition Payment Options Are Available?

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We offer flexible payment plans. Contact our admissions team at (434) 999-0888 for details on payment options.

Can I get college credits after I pass my exam?

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Yes. NHA-certified credentials may qualify for college credit through ACE (American Council on Education) recommendations.

How does the externship guarantee work?

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HealthCareerCerts provides 100% guaranteed externship placement. We match you to a clinic in your area — you never have to find your own clinical site.

What certification will I earn?

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You'll earn the NHA CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) certification, nationally recognized by employers across all 50 states.

What's the refund policy?

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We offer a money-back guarantee. Contact us at (434) 999-0888 for full details.

Who teaches the program?

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Our courses are taught by experienced healthcare professionals with direct access to instructors and classmates throughout the program.

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