Capitalize on Your Gap Year*.
Become a Certified Medical Assistant in Just 9 Weeks with CapYear.
Build Skills, Get Certified, Get Clinical Experience, All Before PA or Med School
What CapYear Academy Offers Students
Featured Courses and Content
Get Your MA Certification
CapYear Academy’s CCMA training program covers Basic Science, Medical Law and Ethics, Medical Terminology, Patient-Facing Clinical Skills, Patient Communication, Pharmacology and Medicine. Patient simulations help you practice and perform essential MA tasks, building confidence and proficiency in the comfort of your home.
Explore Clinical
Job Options
Eager for clinical experience? Check out our videos, articles, and shorts to learn what the best employers look for in entry-level clinical positions. Visit our job board to find the perfect position for you. (Note: Getting certified increases your job options and chances of getting hired. Surveys show that 80% - 90% of employers require or strongly prefer MAs to be certified.)
Ace Med and PA School Admission
Thinking about medical or PA school? Hear from admissions committee members about the keys to successful applications. Plus, learn how to think about clinical experience in the context of your application.
Take a Study Break with Dr. Sami
If you swallow gum, does it really stick around you for seven years? What was the first pregnancy test? How real is Gray's Anatomy? Test your trivia and brush up on your medical history with Dr. Sami's always-on study breaks!
Our Instructors
Experienced.
Dedicated.
Professional.
CapYear’s instructors are highly qualified professionals widely acknowledged in their fields. Their goal? Your success.
Part of a Pre-Health Club? Become a CapYear Academy Partner!
CapYear Academy supports tomorrow’s medical leaders by investing in pre-health clubs. Contact us to learn how to receive:
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Programming support
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CapYear Academy discounts for club members
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Access to exclusive CapYear resources like resume reviews and interview prep
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CapYear speaking engagements