Welcome to CapYear Academy’s Clinical Medical Assistant Training Program
Think You’re Too Busy to Get Certified?
Think Certification is Too Expensive?
Think Again.
What CapYear Academy Offers Students
Online Learning. Hands On Training.
Work with real patients
Apply the skills you have learned in a real-world setting with the support of a clinical trainer
Externship Placement Support
Our externship coordination team will help you identify a clinical site for your training
Demonstrate you are job ready
Show future employers you have the knowledge, skills and experience to care for patients
Why Choose CapYear Academy?
Lead Instructor Dr. Sami Shoucair on CapYear Academy's Innovative Medical Assistant Training Program
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Faster, more convenient, and less expensive than traditional programs, CapYear Academy’s curriculum is mapped to the National Healthcareer Association's (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification exam.
CapYear Academy’s CCMA Program By the Numbers
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1:1 live instructor support when you need it
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5 expert, practicing instructors
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9 short weeks to complete training
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12-month total program access
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19 comprehensive, interactive clinical modules
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24/7 online access
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$1,995 total cost
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4 practice exams to prepare for certification
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2 payment plans to facilitate enrollment
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90 hour optional externship
Only $1,995 for Full, 12-Month Program Access
Payment Plans Available
Go from Pre-Health Student to Practicing Professional in 4 Easy Steps
Prepare for the CCMA certification exam in as little as 9 weeks online, not 6, 9, or even 12 months
in-person, like traditional programs. Launch your healthcare career today.
in-person, like traditional programs. Launch your healthcare career today.
Sign Up for CapYear Academy
Our application takes 10 minutes to complete—faster than you can say “Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis*.”
Applicants must have a high school degree or equivalent and access to broadband internet to enroll. A quick verification process will confirm eligibility.
Complete Our Program in as Little as 9 Weeks
CapYear Academy’s 100% online program is completely self-paced. You can finish our 19 learning modules, quizzes, and a final assessment in just 9 weeks or take up to a full year—it’s up to you and your schedule. Personalized, one-on-one interactive support from our physician, physician assistant, and nurse instructors is available if and when you need it.
CapYear Academy partners with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), the certifying body for the CCMA certification. Our program is mapped to the NHA guidelines and leverages NHA materials to ensure you build the skills you need to be prepared for the CCMA exam and be a medical assistant.
The graduation certificate you receive at the end of our program is your ticket to sit for the CCMA exam.
CapYear Academy partners with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), the certifying body for the CCMA certification. Our program is mapped to the NHA guidelines and leverages NHA materials to ensure you build the skills you need to be prepared for the CCMA exam and be a medical assistant.
The graduation certificate you receive at the end of our program is your ticket to sit for the CCMA exam.
Sit for the CCMA certification exam
When you finish CapYear Academy’s training program, you’ll receive a certificate of completion and be eligible to sit for the CCMA exam. We'll even help you reserve your spot!
Become a Certified Medical Assistant
After you pass the CCMA exam, you’ll be [drum roll, please!] a certified clinical medical assistant.
The CCMA certification is recognized in all 50 states and gives you a competitive edge in the job market. Surveys show 80% - 90% of employers require or strongly prefer medical assistants to be certified.
The CCMA certification is recognized in all 50 states and gives you a competitive edge in the job market. Surveys show 80% - 90% of employers require or strongly prefer medical assistants to be certified.
Learn Valuable Clinical Skills from Medical Professionals
CapYear Academy’s CCMA training program is led by experienced, engaging medical professionals and supplemented by interactive videos and study guides.
Bonus: Real-world patient simulations allow you to practice and perform essential medical assistant tasks right from home.
Our comprehensive MA courses include:
Basic Science
Reinforce your knowledge of human anatomy and disease.
Medical law and ethics
Lessons on HIPAA, OSHA and other regulations to make sure you are up to speed on patient privacy and protection.
Medical terminology
Learn the language of healthcare to communicate effectively with patients and medical professionals.
Clinical Skill Building
Learn how to obtain vitals, prepare patients for examinations, and assist with procedures.
Patient communication
Learn principles of patient-centered communication, how to obtain patient histories, and effective patient education.
Pharmacology & Medicine
Develop your pharmacology and medication administration knowledge to improve your patient care skills.
Our Instructors
Experienced.
Dedicated.
Professional.
CapYear’s instructors are highly qualified professionals widely acknowledged in their fields. Their goal? Your success.
Questions? Answers.
What is CapYear Academy?
CapYear Academy is a learning platform whose mission is to create more clinical opportunities for tomorrow's medical leaders by removing educational bottlenecks that make it hard for many pre-med and pre-health students to get the training they want and deserve. We’re invested in creating growth opportunities and upskilling our students to meet the increasing demands for top-notch entry-level clinical positions. CapYear Academy promotes a student-centered learning environment. Our faculty and staff are accessible and supportive of individual student needs.
What will CapYear Academy’s Program Enable Me to Do?
Successful completion of CapYear Academy's medical assistant training program satisfies the minimum educational requirements for eligibility to take the NHA's CCMA exam for the next two years. When you pass the CCMA exam, you’ll be qualified to work as a certified medical assistant.
How Long is CapYear Academy’s Program?
Our program consists of 201 course hours across 19 clinical courses. Students can complete the self-paced program in as little as 9 weeks or take up to a full year—the choice is yours.
How do I Complete the Program and Graduate?
To complete the program, students must:
- Complete 100% of the 201 hours of required program learning
- Achieve a minimum passing score on all module quizzes and assessments
- Score a minimum of 80% on the final program assessment
- Pay for the program in full
When you complete our training, you’ll be awarded a certificate of completion and be eligible to sit for the CCMA exam.
Does CapYear Academy have Physical Locations?
All coursework is held asynchronously and online at CapYear Academy. Course content is available 24/7 online. CapYear Academy has physical office locations for our administrative staff in Baltimore, MD, and Newark, OH.
How Long do I Have to Complete CapYear Academy’s Program?
Students have up to 12 months to complete our program. There are no required hours per week as long as all the content is completed within 12 months. Due to the online asynchronous format, students can start at any time that works best for them. There are no set academic terms or set program start and end dates. There are minimum attendance and progress requirements to maintain enrollment. Please see our Student Catalog for more details.
What are CapYear Academy’s Hours of Operations?
CapYear Academy's program is 100% online and asynchronous, so enrolled students can access program materials 24/7.
CapYear Academy is closed for administrative, technical, and academic support on the following days:
New Year’s Day
Access to the online program and content will be available, but administrative offices will be closed and instructor support will not be available during regular business hours during these days.
CapYear Academy's technical and academic support is available Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST.
CapYear Academy is closed for administrative, technical, and academic support on the following days:
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
President’s Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving and the day after
Christmas Eve through New Year’s Eve
Access to the online program and content will be available, but administrative offices will be closed and instructor support will not be available during regular business hours during these days.
What are the Eligibility Criteria for Enrollment in the Program?
To enroll in CapYear Academy’s medical assistant training program, a student must have a high school degree or equivalent. All CapYear Academy applicants will be asked to certify and provide verification that they have a high school degree or equivalent.
You must be 18 years or older to enroll in CapYear Academy. High school graduates under the age of 18 must get a parent or guardian's signature. A student may enroll at any time.
No credit is granted for previous training or experience.
Criminal convictions may affect a student’s ability to be licensed, certified, or registered.
You must be 18 years or older to enroll in CapYear Academy. High school graduates under the age of 18 must get a parent or guardian's signature. A student may enroll at any time.
No credit is granted for previous training or experience.
Criminal convictions may affect a student’s ability to be licensed, certified, or registered.
What Topics are Covered in the Course?
The curriculum is fully mapped to the guidelines provided by the NHA and the NHA CCMA test plan.
Topics covered include:
Topics covered include:
☑Basic Science
☑Clinical Skill Building
☑Medical Law and Ethics
☑Patient Communication
☑Medical Terminology
☑Pharmacology and Medicine
How Does CapYear Academy’s Program Work?
All our program content is online and asynchronous and includes interactive videos, written materials and exercises, and interactive simulations.
Our training program comprises five primary knowledge areas: Healthcare Fundamentals, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Clinical Skills Building, and Administrative Skills Building. Each of these knowledge areas contains courses that relate to the knowledge area. Courses are divided into modules. After completing courses in the knowledge areas, students complete a study review and then have access to practice exams.
Students are assessed with quizzes after each completed module. Student must receive a passing grade on their quizzes for the module to be considered complete.
CapYear Academy's learning platform integrates a community page where participants can contact other course participants for support and questions. Instructors and administrative staff are available during office hours to help troubleshoot any issues accessing course material. Weekly instructor-led Zoom office hours help students navigate the course and its contents. Instructors are also available for one-on-one sessions to address any questions.
Our training program comprises five primary knowledge areas: Healthcare Fundamentals, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Clinical Skills Building, and Administrative Skills Building. Each of these knowledge areas contains courses that relate to the knowledge area. Courses are divided into modules. After completing courses in the knowledge areas, students complete a study review and then have access to practice exams.
Students are assessed with quizzes after each completed module. Student must receive a passing grade on their quizzes for the module to be considered complete.
CapYear Academy's learning platform integrates a community page where participants can contact other course participants for support and questions. Instructors and administrative staff are available during office hours to help troubleshoot any issues accessing course material. Weekly instructor-led Zoom office hours help students navigate the course and its contents. Instructors are also available for one-on-one sessions to address any questions.
What does a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Do?
A medical assistant is a vital part of the patient care team usually found in outpatient clinical settings. Duties can include:
- Assisting physicians, physician assistants, nurses, and other clinicians in patient care and administrative activities
- Maintaining medical records and completing insurance billing forms
- Obtaining and recording vital signs and medical histories
- Performing EKG, phlebotomy, and injections
- Performing laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Aiding in customer service and appointment scheduling
What is the Job Outlook for Medical Assistants?
Medical assistant jobs are projected to grow 16% nationally from 2021 to 2031, faster than average for all occupations. About 123,000 openings for medical assistants are projected each year, on average, over the next decade. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, these openings result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force by retiring or other reasons.
What Happens if I Don't Pass an Assessment?
Students who do not achieve a passing score on a quiz or exam may retake the quiz or exam until they achieve a passing score. Please note this exception: The Final Practice Test only allows students one retake.
What is CapYear Academy’s Refund Policy?
If the student is not accepted into the training program, all monies paid by the student shall be refunded. Refunds for books, supplies, and consumable fees shall be made in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code section 3332-1-10.1. There is one (1) academic term for this program that is 201 clock hours in length. Refunds for tuition and refundable fees shall be made in accordance with the following provisions as established by Ohio Administrative Code section 3332-1-10:
(1) A student who withdraws before the first class and after the 5-day cancellation period shall be obligated for the registration fee.
(2) A student who starts class and withdraws before the academic term is 15% completed will be obligated for 25% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.
(3) A student who starts class and withdraws after the academic term is 15% but before the academic term is 25% completed will be obligated for 50% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.
(4) A student who starts class and withdraws after the academic term is 25% complete but before the academic term is 40% completed will be obligated for 75% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.
(5) A student who starts class and withdraws after the academic term is 40% completed will not be entitled to a refund of the tuition and fees.
The School shall make the appropriate refund within thirty (30) days of the date the School is able to determine that a student has withdrawn or has been terminated from a program. Refunds shall be based upon the last date of a student’s attendance or participation in an academic school activity.
(1) A student who withdraws before the first class and after the 5-day cancellation period shall be obligated for the registration fee.
(2) A student who starts class and withdraws before the academic term is 15% completed will be obligated for 25% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.
(3) A student who starts class and withdraws after the academic term is 15% but before the academic term is 25% completed will be obligated for 50% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.
(4) A student who starts class and withdraws after the academic term is 25% complete but before the academic term is 40% completed will be obligated for 75% of the tuition and refundable fees plus the registration fee.
(5) A student who starts class and withdraws after the academic term is 40% completed will not be entitled to a refund of the tuition and fees.
The School shall make the appropriate refund within thirty (30) days of the date the School is able to determine that a student has withdrawn or has been terminated from a program. Refunds shall be based upon the last date of a student’s attendance or participation in an academic school activity.
What If I Have a Complaint?
All student complaints should be first directed to the school personnel involved. If no resolution is forthcoming, a written complaint shall be submitted to the director of the school. Whether or not the problem or complaint has been resolved to his/her satisfaction by the school, the student may direct any problem or complaint to the Executive Director, State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, 30 East Broad Street, Suite 2481, Columbus, Ohio, 43215, Phone 614-466-2752; toll-free 877-275-4219.
In What States is the CCMA Certification Recognized?
The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification is recognized in all 50 states