Franklin University Launches 100% Online Undergraduate Medical Assistant Certificate Program to Meet Fast-Growing Healthcare Demand

Contact:

Sherry Mercurio
Executive Director, Office of Community Relations
(614) 947-6581
Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu

Franklin University, a leader in flexible online education, is pleased to announce the launch of its 100% online Undergraduate Medical Assistant Certificate—an accelerated, flexible program designed to prepare students for in-demand roles across the healthcare field in as few as eight months.

The new certificate addresses a pressing workforce need: according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical assistant jobs are expected to grow 19% by 2033—a rate much faster than average. With an increased focus on preventive care, an aging population, and a growing demand for support staff in healthcare settings, medical assistants are playing a more critical role than ever.

Built for today’s working adult, Franklin’s fully online format allows students to balance school with life and work—while gaining the hands-on knowledge needed to succeed. The curriculum blends clinical and administrative skills, covering everything from HIPAA compliance, vital signs, and exam prep to patient interaction, scheduling, and basic testing procedures.

Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for national certification exams—either the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)—through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), helping to ensure they’re prepared to enter the workforce with confidence.

This new offering further illustrates Franklin University’s commitment to providing accessible, career-focused education that supports industry demand and empowers learners to advance professionally.

To explore how Franklin’s 100% online Undergraduate Medical Assistant Certificate can help learners take the next step in their healthcare career—and prepare for national certification—visit: https://bit.ly/3ITVAtG.

About Franklin University

Accredited, nonprofit, and dedicated to educating adults since 1902, Franklin provides onsite course options at our Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and is an innovator in providing personalized online education. The University offers applied in-demand undergraduate, masters, and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. Through agreements with partner institutions, the University also offers international academic programs, including its top-ranked MBA.

Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditations for specific academic programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education. The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated Franklin University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).