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If you want a career in healthcare, but don’t necessarily want to do clinical work, becoming a medical administrative assistant could be the right fit for you! Penn Foster’s online Medical Administrative Assistant Career Diploma can help you take the next step, from home, on your schedule.

Through the self-paced program, you’ll build essential skills and knowledge that can help you succeed in a new career! 

Interested in the administrative side of healthcare? Penn Foster offers a Medical Administrative Assistant Career Diploma program. This self-paced course covers essential skills like medical terminology, office procedures, and electronic health records. You’ll prepare for entry-level roles in doctors' offices, hospitals, and insurance companies.

You’ll also prepare to sit for industry-recognized certifications, including:

• Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
• Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Take control of your future with Penn Foster’s flexible, online Medical Administrative Assistant Program. Gain the skills and confidence to succeed in a administrative role — all on your own schedule.

• Flexible Learning: Complete your coursework anytime, anywhere.
• Affordable Tuition: Low-cost programs with flexible payment plans.
• Expert Support: Get guidance from experienced Allied Health instructors.
• Certification Prep: Exam preparation materials and vouchers included.

• Learn fundamentals skills at your pace
• Prepare to sit for industry-recognized certifications like the CCMA and NCMA 
• Optional 100-hour externship at a clinic
• Low-cost programs with flexible payment plans.

Self-Paced Program

Accredited

Dedicated Faculty

Relevant Coursework

Affordable Education

Penn Foster is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).

Learn at your own pace with no deadlines or due dates. Our flexible programs allow you to study anytime, anywhere.

Our experienced faculty members are here to help you through the program.

Course topics include information to help expand your knowledge and advance your career.

Low monthly payment options. Quality education that's affordable and accessible.

We're here to help you with low monthly payments. Get started today and take the first step towards a new career. There is no classroom needed — learn it all at home at a pace that's right for you.

Penn Foster Career School, College, and High School have all met the high standards of integrity and performance set by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) in Washington, D.C. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

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