Medical Assisting Certificate
17
Credit Hours
8
Month Completion
Class Type
Online coursework, 6 & 12-week courses
Cost Per Credit

Complete medical assistant training and meet the growing demand for allied health professionals

If you are a compassionate person who enjoys helping others, a career in medical assisting could be a great fit for you. Franklin’s Medical Assisting Certificate focuses on the skills necessary to maintain the highest levels of professionalism, while also equipping you with foundational healthcare industry knowledge and clinical fundamentals. Complete your certificate 100% online in as few as 8 months and qualify for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) or the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

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Finish in 8 Months

Join a growing field and grow your career faster.

100% Online Classes

Take classes that fit with your busy life.

Learn from the Best

Courses are led by credentialed, in-field practitioners. 

Save Money

Financial aid is available for qualified students.

Grow Your Career

Qualify for national CMAA or CCMA exams. 

Medical Assisting Certificate Program Overview

Gain the knowledge and skills to play a pivotal role in daily operations 

Protecting patient privacy and safety are among many key concerns for allied healthcare professionals. As part of your introduction to the healthcare environment, you’ll gain insights into HIPAA and HITECH compliance laws, as well as different types of insurances and plans. 
Because medical assistants play a large role in the day-to-day operation of busy healthcare clinics or physicians’ offices, you’ll also gain the necessary knowledge and skills to execute routine administrative support duties, coordinate scheduling and provide patient education.  

Master patient care basics

Applying medications, testing and lab procedures, and assisting with patient exams are all in a day’s work for a medical assistant. To prepare you to meet these expectations, you’ll complete a comprehensive clinical medical assisting course through which you’ll gain the foundational knowledge required of an allied healthcare professional. Course content includes fundamentals of clinical medical assisting with emphasis on infection control, vital signs, the clinical laboratory, general and specialty physical examinations, urinalysis, microbiology, immunology, nutrition, cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, pharmacology, medication administration, phlebotomy, hematology, surgical procedure assisting and emergency preparedness.

Get a strong start on a healthcare career that can grow with you

Earning a Medical Assisting Certificate can prepare you for a job in a rapidly growing field. According to U.S. labor market data, medical assisting is expected to grow by 19% through 2033, much higher than average.

By bringing their own experiences to the courses, Franklin’s credentialed faculty of in-field practitioners provide a glimpse of what you can expect as a medical assistant. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared for two certification exams administered by the National Health Career Association (NHA). Which you decide to pursue will depend on your employer and what region of the country you plan to work in. The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) focuses on clinical tasks, while the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) covers both clinical and administrative tasks. 

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Affordable Tuition

$398
PER CREDIT HOUR

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98% of graduating students would recommend Franklin to their family, friends and/or colleagues.

Source: Franklin University, Office of Career Development Student Satisfaction Survey (Spring 2025)

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Medical Assisting Certificate Curriculum & Course Descriptions

Major Area Required
HEA 1013 - Medical Assisting I (4)

This is a general introduction to the Health Care industry, its environment, and the day-to-day skill set and knowledge required to execute routine administrative support duties, coordinate scheduling, remain compliant with HIPAA Regulations, and perform other important operational tasks for physicians? offices and other healthcare settings.

HEA 1023 - Medical Assisting II (4)

Clinical Medical Assisting is a comprehensive course with insight and focus on patient care in the healthcare facility, providing foundational knowledge required of an allied healthcare professional. Lesson content includes fundamentals of clinical medical assisting with emphasis on infection control, vital signs, the clinical laboratory, general and specialty physical examinations, urinalysis, microbiology, immunology, nutrition, cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, pharmacology, medication administration, phlebotomy, hematology, surgical procedure assisting, and emergency preparedness.

SCIE 244 - Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology (4)

This course is designed for students interested in the allied healthcare professions. The course focuses on the fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology that are necessary to be successful in any allied healthcare program. This course can be used to fulfill the general education science with a lab requirement, however, it is not recommended for students outside the allied health professions.

HIM 150 - Medical Terminology (2)

This course will introduce the foundations of medical terminology nomenclature and use. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of prefix, word root, and suffix linkages to build a broad medical vocabulary.

HEA 1001 - Professionalism in Allied Health (2)

This course will provide the tools needed to demonstrate a high level of professionalism on the job. Key components of the course focus on patient interaction, proper office behavior, medical ethics, diversity and cultural bias, emotional strength, professional appearance, and communication. The course maintains a focus on the key attributes that are true markers of professionalism.

AND

At least 1 credits from the following courses:

HEA 295 - Allied Healthcare Field Experience (1)
The Allied Healthcare Field Experience supports the student's completion and documentation of their field experience requirement. Students will document their external placement activities, provide personal reflection on their experiences and growth, and apply these to career planning.
HEA 297 - Allied Healthcare Capstone (1)
The purpose of the Allied Healthcare Capstone is for students to apply previously acquired knowledge from completed major coursework to create a personalized e-portfolio, explore various career tools, and apply career mapping strategies for lifelong learning and advancement.

Medical Assisting Certificate Program Details

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Employment Outlook

17%

From 2023-2033, jobs in Healthcare are expected to increase by 17%

Occupation Median Salary (2023) Job Postings (2023) Projected Growth (2023-2033)
Occupation
Medical Records Specialists $48,776 95,355 13%
Medical Records Specialists
Median Salary: $48,776
Job Postings: 95,355
Projected Growth: 13%
Occupation
Job Titles
Skills
Industry
Description

Medical Records Specialists compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry’s numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.

Projected Growth
Job TitleJob Postings% of Job Postings
Medical Billing Specialists16,82718%
Medical Billers15,64916%
Medical Records Clerks8,5349%
Medical Records Specialists8,1109%
Inpatient Coders4,9675%
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SkillJob Postings% of Total Postings
Medical Records34,29849%
Billing30,99045%
ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10)22,45532%
Medical Billing18,74827%
CPT Coding18,63627%
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Industry% of Occupation in Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals20%
Offices of Physicians19%
Management of Companies and Enterprises9%
Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)5%
Education and Hospitals (Local Government)4%
Outpatient Care Centers4%
Other38%
Medical Assistants $41,995 559,206 18%
Medical Assistants
Median Salary: $41,995
Job Postings: 559,206
Projected Growth: 18%
Occupation
Job Titles
Skills
Industry
Description

Medical Assistants perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

Projected Growth
Job TitleJob Postings% of Job Postings
Medical Assistants342,82561%
Certified Medical Assistants54,12210%
Primary Care Medical Assistants18,7713%
Clinic Medical Assistants14,7203%
Family Medicine Medical Assistants14,6343%
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SkillJob Postings% of Total Postings
Medical Assistance240,49880%
Vital Signs147,09549%
Medical Records102,64134%
Electronic Medical Record76,27525%
Phlebotomy75,70525%
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Industry% of Occupation in Industry
Offices of Physicians55%
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals12%
Outpatient Care Centers9%
Offices of Other Health Practitioners8%
Education and Hospitals (Local Government)3%
Employment Services2%
Other11%

Employment outlook data is provided by Lightcast and represents labor market trends in the United States. It is not specific to Franklin University graduates or any particular degree level. Franklin University cannot guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.