Medical Assistant Program (CCMA)

 This is a G3 FastForward Grant Program: These programs are short-term training courses resulting in industry credentials for high-demand professions in our region. If you have been a Virginia resident for at least the past 12 months, you may be able to take this class for 1/3 of the full cost (FastForward price) or at $0 cost if you qualify for G3. See our G3 Financial Assistance Grant information. Please contact our office via phone (540-868-7021) or email WorkforceAID@LaurelRidge.edu prior to registering.

Medical Assistant Program Pricing:

• Regular/Full Price: $3,195
• FastForward Price: $1,065
• FastForward plus G3 Price: $0

HS Diploma, GED, or you are scheduled to earn your GED within the next 12 months.
 

A Medical Assistant plays a key role in the healthcare industry today! Throughout this course, you will learn the administrative and clinical competencies needed to be successful in this field. Topics covered in this course will include clinical patient care, administrative assisting, anatomy, pharmacology, point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, and EKG placement through classroom lectures and labs. However, due to the current situation, a portion of this course may use online components. Therefore, regular access to a computer/internet access is required. Externships are based upon site availability and student requirements; the current situation may impact this as well. Books, supplies, and exam are all included in this class. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national exam. If you are looking to begin, or even enhance your medical career, this class will prepare you with the skills you need to play a vital role in the healthcare industry.
 

Please take a moment to read the Medical Assistant Program Student Handbook and FAQ's for important information about this class including student expectations.
 

What is Medical Assisting video?
Information about Other Healthcare Programs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
 

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcare Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Assistant (CMAA) Exam.