Capitalize on Your Gap Year*.

Prepare to be a Certified Medical Assistant in as few as 9 Weeks with CapYear.

Kickstart your healthcare career with CapYear Academy’s engaging and affordable online medical assistant certification program and get critical clinical experience—stat.

* Or summer break. Or evenings and weekends. 

Take advantage of our summer grant, available for the first 30 people to enroll from May to June | Use code SUMMER2025 to receive a $150 dollar discount on your enrollment!

Build Skills, Get Certified, Get Clinical Experience, All Before PA or Med School

Designed for busy pre-health students looking to pull away from the pack, CapYear Academy’s medical assistant training program works for your schedule and budget. Become eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association's (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam with our 100% online, on-demand, state-licensed medical assistant training program taught by expert instructors.

Mind the gap—go from student to practicing professional in under three months. 
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What CapYear Academy Offers Students

National Certification for only $1,995

Our online program with hands-on externship option prepares you for the nationally recognized CCMA exam at a fraction of the cost of traditional programs.

Self paced, On demand learning

Convenient and flexible 24/7 access to study modules allows you to complete your training whenever and wherever works for you—scrubs not included.

Curriculum ties to the CCMA exam

Our program leverages the NHA's own curriculum, ensuring you’ll cover all certification exam topics in advance—no exam-day surprises.

Online doesn´t mean alone

Our experienced MD, PA, and RN instructors offer live sessions and are available to answer questions, provide insights, and give 1:1 feedback during your entire learning journey.

12 months Complete program access

One year of unlimited access to course materials means you can succeed on your time (or go back for refreshers if you finish early).

Optional Clinical Externship

Get hands on experience with our optional, 90 hour clinical externship through CapYear.  We will help match you with a clinic to practice the skills you developed in the program.

Join 100's of Pre Health Students Currently On the Path To Clinical Experience

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Samiyra A.

Brown University, Pre Med
Certified Medical Assistant - Cambridge Health Alliance
Completing the CCMA course through the CapYear Academy was truly the perfect experience for me. The program was designed with flexibility in mind, which allowed me to balance my busy school schedule while still preparing thoroughly for the exam. Thanks to the support of the CapYear team and the well-structured coursework, I was able to pass my CCMA exam on my first attempt.... I am so grateful I chose CapYear, not only was it one of the most affordable programs available, but I received over four job offers just a week after passing my exam. 

Featured Courses and Content

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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.

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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.)
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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.





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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.

Sami Shoucair, M.D.

My Why

Deborah Gutman, M.D.

My Why

Ashley Iacone, PA-C 

My Why

David Roberts, PA-C

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Stephanie Griffus

My Why

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:

  • Programming support
  • CapYear Academy discounts for club members
  • Access to exclusive CapYear resources like resume reviews and interview prep
  • CapYear speaking engagements
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Our Instructors

Experienced.
Dedicated.
Professional.

CapYear’s instructors are highly qualified professionals widely acknowledged in their fields. Their goal? Your success.

Sami Shoucair, M.D.

My Why

Deborah Gutman, M.D.

My Why

Jacqueline Snyder, MSPAS, PA-C

My Why

Ashley Iacone, PA-C 

My Why

Lindsey Manos, DHSc, PA-C

My Why

Kristin Crawley, CRNP

My Why

David Roberts, PA-C

My Why

Stephanie Griffus

My Why