Jacksonville Medical Assistant Certification Program

Our Jacksonville Medical Assistant Certification Program prepares you to take the NHA CCMA exam. We teach you the skills you need to be a medical assistant in Jacksonville and, after you pass your certification exam and apply for our externship program, our team will work with you to secure clinical hours and a full-time job.

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  • 4-Month Online Jacksonville Medical Assistant Program

  • Receive Your National CCMA Certification

  • 100% Online Followed by In-Person Clinical Hours Around FL

  • Job Interview Prep and Resume Services

  • 1:1 Support From Enrollment to Employment

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Earn your medical assistant certification online in Jacksonville

Stepful’s Jacksonville Medical Assistant program is designed for those looking to take the next step in their careers by becoming a certified medical assistant in Florida.

Our online program prepares you to earn your Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification from the National Healthcareer Association and perform all the duties of medical assistants, including both those in the front office as well as working with patients.

Our Jacksonville Medical Assistant classes take 4 months to complete and cover all essential topics such as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, healthcare systems, phlebotomy, EKG, patient care coordination, and much more.

The Stepful staff is here to support you at every stage of the journey. From career preparedness to help finding an in-person externship*, we're here to help you launch your career in healthcare.


*Please note, students must be available M-F, 9-5 p.m. to be eligible for externship support.

4 months of online training
80 clinical hours
NHA National Certification Prep
87%
CCMA Certification Pass Rate
+10 Points Above the National Average
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  • Get hired as a medical assistant

    Our experienced coaches will help polish your resume, prepare you for interviews, and support you in your full-time job search.

  • Medical assistant classes in Jacksonville that fit into your life

    Learn remotely and in-person, part-time, and at your own schedule in online and in Jacksonville. Choose between morning and evening medical assistant classes.

  • Supportive community

    We’re there for you at every step of the way. Your instructor, coach, and peers will do whatever they can to help you succeed.
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Medical assistant classes at your own schedule in Jacksonville

Learn online, part-time, and at your own schedule. Choose between morning and evening classes.

4 months

Program length

Part Time

Morning or Evening

$38,000

Average starting salary

NHA-CCMA

Certification

What you'll learn

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Weeks 1-4

Learn the foundational healthcare knowledge and basic science you need to become a well-rounded Medical Assistant. Topics include healthcare systems, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Weeks 5-8

Master the ins and outs of clinical patient care, such as infection control, phlebotomy, EKG, as well as patient care coordination and education.

Weeks 9-13

Learn how to handle routine administrative responsibilities and get a good grasp of medical law and ethics as well as excellent customer service.

Weeks 14-16

Prepare for your national certification exam, get certified, and work with your dedicated coach to find an externship and then a full-time job.

Schedule & Upcoming Classes for Jacksonville Medical Assistant Program

Start Date
Graduation Date
Timing
Status
Start Date
Graduation Date
November 28th, 2022
March 24th, 2023
Timing
Status
Morning Session: 09AM to 12PM
Evening Session: 06PM to 09PM
100% full
Start Date
Graduation Date
January 23rd, 2023
May 5th, 2023
Timing
Status
Morning Session: 10:30AM to 1:30PM
Evening Session: 06:00PM to 09:00PM
80% full
Our virtual instructor-led lectures run Mondays to Thursdays for both morning and evening sessions.

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Stepful's Jacksonville Medical Assistant Program FAQs

What is Stepful?
Stepful provides online training for healthcare professions. We are on a mission to create economic opportunity for 1 million job seekers in healthcare.
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What is included in Stepful’s Jacksonville Medical Assistant Program tuition?
Our tuition includes access to the online learning platform, instructor-led Zoom classes, clinical sessions, NHA certification exam prep, dedicated 1:1 coaching, and career services. You don't need to purchase any textbooks or extra materials to succeed at Stepful.
What is the refund policy?
Students may drop out within the first two weeks of class and get a full tuition refund. Feel free to attend class to get a sense if this program is right for you. Please note the $59 enrollment fee to secure your spot in class is not refundable.
What tuition payment options are available?
Students have the option to pay upfront or in installments with a flexible payment plan. Stepful offers partial scholarships. Reach out to our admissions team for more information.
What are the requirements to enroll in your medical assistant program?
All you need is a copy of your high school or GED diploma and a stable internet connection for our course. That's all you need to learn the skills required to succeed as a medical assistant and get your medical assistant certification online.
What medical assistant certifications do you prepare me for?
Our Medical Assistant course prepares you to test for your National Healthcareer Association’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification online or in person. We make it easy to get your medical assistant certification online through our cohort-based classes.
Is the program online or in-person?

The medical assistant program is 100% online. The medical assistant program is followed by an optional, in-person unpaid internship. Stepful has partnerships with clinics across the nation and will do its best to find a clinic in a convenient location for the student in Florida.

Do you help graduates find a job?
We help graduates who successfully complete our online Medical Assistant program, pass the National Healthcareer Association certificate exam, and complete their externship hours find healthcare jobs in their local communities to start their Medical Assistant careers.
Where can I learn more about a medical assistant career?
We cover a ton of medical assistant career topics over on our blog. Check out our medical assistant posts here to learn more!
Do you have a partnership with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)?
Yes! We are partnered with the NHA. All our graduates are eligible to take the NHA certifications once they successfully complete the program.

FAQs About Being a Medical Assistant in Jacksonville

What is the average salary for medical assistants in Jacksonville?

The average salary for medical assistants in Jacksonville is $38,210 per year or $18.37 per hour.

How do medical assistant salaries in Jacksonville stack up to other cities in Florida?

The median medical assistant salary in Florida is $38,340. Medical assistants in Jacksonville make about the same than that at $38,210.

What is the job outlook for medical assistants in Jacksonville?

Medical assistant jobs are projected to grow by 14% from 2023 to 2033 nationwide. This is much higher than the national average of 3% and other healthcare support occupations of 11%.

What are the education requirements for medical assistants in Florida?

There are no strict education requirements for medical assistants in Florida besides having a high school diploma or GED.

Do I need a license to work as a medical assistant in Florida?

Florida has no medical assistant license or certification requirements.

What do medical assistants do?
Medical assistants perform a range of clinical and administrative duties to help healthcare facilities and the patients they see.

Examples of clinical duties include taking patient vitals, preparing patients for procedures, collecting blood and other specimens for laboratory analysis, and recording patient information in an electronic health record.

Examples of administrative duties include scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, assisting with billing and insurance, maintaining patient records, and directing patients to their exam rooms.
Are there restrictions on what a medical assistant can do in Florida?

Florida has specific language regarding what a medical assistant is allowed to do. The following tasks all fall within a medical assistant's scope of practice in Florida: Performing aseptic procedures. Taking vital signs. Preparing patients for the physician’s care. Performing venipunctures and non-intravenous injections. Observing and reporting patients’ signs or symptoms. Administering basic first aid. Assisting with patient examinations or treatments. Operating office medical equipment. Collecting routine laboratory specimens as directed by the physician. Administering medication as directed by the physician. Performing basic laboratory procedures. Performing office procedures including all general administrative duties required by the physician. Performing dialysis procedures, including home dialysis.

What’s the difference between a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) and a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)?
Both of these are medical assistant certifications that are well-respected by employers. The main difference is the organization that offers the certification. In addition, CCMAs are typically trained more on clinical responsibilities compared to CMAs.
Where can a medical assistant work in Jacksonville?

Medical assistants in Jacksonville typically work in doctor’s offices, hospitals, outpatient care centers, and other healthcare facilities. Nationally, around 58% of medical assistants work in the offices of physicians, while 15% work in hospitals.

What are the typical hours of a medical assistant?

Medical assistants typically work during normal work hours while the doctors office or other healthcare facility is open for patients. Most medical assistants in Jacksonville work five, 8-hour shifts per day.

Your new medical assistant career starts here

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Spots are limited. We accept qualified applicants on a first come, first served basis.

  • 4-Month Online Medical Assistant Class

  • Receive Your National CCMA Certification

  • 100% Online Followed by In-Person Clinical Hours

  • Job Interview Prep and Resume Services

  • 1:1 Support From Enrollment to Employment

We are on an ambitious mission to create economic opportunity for one million job seekers in healthcare. Join us!
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