What is included in Stepful’s medical assistant program tuition?

Our tuition includes online instructor-led Zoom classes, clinical sessions, electronic textbook, NHA certification exam prep, dedicated 1:1 coaching and job placement.

Stepful partners with accredited institutions registered under the New York Department of Education.

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.

What medical assistant certifications do you prepare me for?

Our classes prepare you to test for your National Healthcareer Association’s medical assistant certification online or in person.

How does your job guarantee work?

Your coach will work with you to help you find a healthcare job after you obtain your national certification. You get a full tuition refund (minus $59 registration fee) if you don’t get a job offer within 6 months of obtaining your national certification. The Medical Assistant program is the only program to have a job guarantee.

Online Medical Receptionist Certification

Q: What tuition payment options are available?

Students have the options to pay upfront, in installments or with a loan. Stepful is partnered with Climb Credit, a student lending company whose mission is to finance only high-quality education. You can get pre-approved for a loan in under 5 minutes. Apply for the loan here with no impact to your credit score.

Q: 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. The phlebotomy and EKG training programs have one week in-person clinical in Manhattan, New York.

Q: Do you help graduates find a job?

Yes! We help graduates who successfully complete our program and pass the National HealthCareer certification exam find healthcare jobs in their local communities.

Become a Medical Receptionist

Our fully online, 3-month Medical Receptionist program, you’ll gain the skills needed to pass the NHA’s CMAA exam. You’ll also access dedicated career coaching and job-placement services to launch your career after certification.

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3-Month Course | 100% Online Classes
Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification
No Clinical Hours Required
1:1 Support from Enrollment to Employment

Earn Your Medical Receptionist Certification

While certification is not always required, over 80% of healthcare organizations prefer to hire Medical Receptionists who have earned a certificate.

Stepful is one of the fastest and least expensive options for students hoping to earn their certificate. Our Medical Receptionist program prepares students to take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

We teach our students everything they need to know to perform Medical Receptionist tasks such as medical billing and coding, electronic healthcare documentation, and more.

The three-month program at Stepful is completely online, allowing students to complete their coursework on their own schedule. In addition, 1:1 instruction allows students to get their individual needs met and questions answered.

Our program offers flexible scheduling, live classroom instruction, exam preparation, and career coaching services. Stepful is one of the fastest and most affordable options for students who want CMAA certification.

3 Months | 100% Online

NHA CMAA Certification Prep

Job support coaching until you land a full-time job

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Get Hired as a Medical Receptionist
Medical Office Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant, and Medical Receptionist are different titles for the same role.

Our program prepares you to earn the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant certification (CMAA) backed by the NHA.
100% Online Training Program
The Medical Receptionist program at Stepful is offered completely online, and there are no clinical requirements.

Live Zoom classes are held in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings and are recorded so students can view them at a later time.
Support At Every Step
Our instructors are deeply invested in the success of their students. In addition to 1:1 support to answer questions about course content, our staff helps students polish their resumes, practice interview skills, and apply for jobs.

It works

80% of graduates are employed as medical assistants within 3 months of graduation

Graduate our online medical assistant training program & find jobs at top healthcare companies—just like Stepful’s alumni.

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Monique

New Jersey, New Jersey

The reason I joined Stepful is to pursue my life-long dream of working in the medical field. And they made it happen!

Imani

Brooklyn, New York

This is the first time someone invests in me. Thank you Stepful for the leap of faith.
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Juan

Queens, New York

Thank you Stepful for helping me land my dream job as a Medical Assistant in a Doctor's office. I wouldn’t have made it without you.

Jianee

Bronx, New York

Amazing school! Great learning environment! It allows you to apply your skills into the medical field.
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Medical Receptionist Classes on Your Own Schedule

Learn part-time and on your own schedule. Our 100% online training program offers morning, afternoon, and evening classes.

3 Months

Program length

Part-Time

Evening Classes Available

$37,000

Average starting salary

NHA CMAA

Certification

What You'll learn

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Weeks 1-2

Build a foundation in admin assisting fundamentals, including anatomy, medical terminology, medical records, and EHR. Develop essential patient communication skills.

Weeks 3-4

Explore healthcare law and medical ethics, including HIPAA, OSHA, and CMS guidelines. Master patient scheduling techniques and handle telehealth appointments.

Weeks 5-6

Learn patient processing and reimbursement, including intake, health insurance, medical billing, and coding. Manage financial procedures and claims.

Weeks 7-10

Understand medical office logistics, ensure safety, manage equipment and inventory, and oversee operations. Prepare for the NHA CMAA exam with practice tests and strategies.

Pick Your Start Date

You'll have two live classes per week and should plan
for 90 minutes of additional daily coursework.

*You'll select one of these class times after you sign up.

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Certified Medical Receptionist Program FAQ’s

What is included in Stepful’s Medical Receptionist Program tuition?

Tuition for Stepful’s Medical Receptionist Program covers live, instructor-led Zoom classes, certification exam preparation, job support services, and 1:1 coaching.

What’s the difference between the Medical Receptionist Program and the Medical Administrative Assistant Program?

There's no difference, both names refer to the same program internally at Stepful. Students interested in becoming a Medical Receptionist take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam offered by the NHA, which is the official name for the certification.

Program preparation and certification are the same for both job titles. Our program teaches students how to perform the most common medical receptionist tasks, including organizing schedules, answering phone calls, and making sure patients are taken care of.

What is the refund policy?

A student who cancels before the first week of class receives all money paid, with the exception of the $59 non-refundable registration fee. Thereafter, the student who cancels receives a prorated refund.

What tuition payment options are available?

Students have the option to pay for our Medical Receptionist program upfront or in installments over time.

Is the program online or in-person?

This Medical Receptionist program is 100% online. Students who pass the NHA's CMAA certification exam will be job-ready in less than 4 months!

What will I learn in the course?

Our Medical Receptionist certification program covers everything you need to know to pass the CMAA exam and start working. Topics include medical coding and billing, electronic health records management, medical software, HIPAA compliance, computer skills, and other administrative tasks that will prepare you to work in a variety of healthcare settings.

Do you help graduates find a job?

Yes! After you pass the Medical Receptionist certification exam, our experienced coaches will help polish your resume, prepare you for interviews, and support you in your full-time job search in the medical field.

Do you have a partnership with the NHA?

Yes! Our Medical Receptionist program is authorized by the NHA, the industry's most trusted credentialing organization. Our status with the NHA is partner school.

Your new Medical Receptionist career starts here

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3 Months | 100% Online Training Program
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Online Medical Receptionist Certification

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

3-Month Course | 100% Online Classes

Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification

No Clinical Hours Required

1:1 Support from Enrollment to Employment

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Earn Your Medical Receptionist Certification

Get Hired as a Medical Receptionist

100% Online Training Program

Support At Every Step

It works

80% of graduates are employed as medical assistants within 3 months of graduation

Medical Receptionist Classes on Your Own Schedule

3 Months

Part-Time

$37,000

NHA CMAA

What You'll learn

Weeks 1-2

Weeks 3-4

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Certified Medical Receptionist Program FAQ’s

What is included in Stepful’s Medical Receptionist Program tuition?

What’s the difference between the Medical Receptionist Program and the Medical Administrative Assistant Program?

What is the refund policy?

What tuition payment options are available?

Is the program online or in-person?

What will I learn in the course?

Do you help graduates find a job?

Do you have a partnership with the NHA?

Your new Medical Receptionist career starts here

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

Online Medical Administrative Assistant Course
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