Administrative Medical Assisting
Online Medical Administrative Assistant Programs
Start your journey today with one of our flexible, fully online medical administrative assistant programs
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Kickstart Your Healthcare Career with American National University’s Medical Administrative Assistant Programs. Our courses meet the rapidly changing needs of healthcare facilities, providing you with the knowledge and skills needed for success. Choose between a certificate or associate degree and get ready to make a meaningful impact in healthcare administration.
+14%
Fast-growing Field*
The demand for medical administrative assistants will grow by 14% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.
114,600
Yearly Demand*
The industry creates approximately 114,600 new positions each year due to sector growth and workforce turnover.
*These figures are based on data from BLS.gov reviewed on July 16, 2024 and are subject to change.
Administrative Medical Assistant Certificate
- Complete this program in just 9 months, earning 48 credit hours.
- All-inclusive tuition of $15,840 covers fees, textbooks, and the first certification exam.
- Ideal for entry-level positions such as Health Administrator Assistant, this program prepares you for the MAAC exam.
Medical Administrative Assistant Associate Degree
- Graduate in 18 months, with 96 credit hours and a 162-hour clinical externship.
- All-inclusive tuition of $30,816 includes advanced training, textbooks, and lab equipment.
- This degree qualifies you for senior administrative roles in healthcare settings and prepares you to sit for the CMAA exam.
Why Choose ANU?
Flexible Online Learning
Experience courses and labs delivered live online, guided by expert instructors
Accelerated Completion
Complete your certificate in just 9 months, or alternatively, earn your associate degree in 18 months.
All Inclusive Tuition
Your tuition covers application fees, textbooks, the first certification exams, and lab equipment shipped directly to your home.
Career-Ready Certifications
Graduate ready to pass key certifications like the CMAA, administered through the National Healthcareer Association.
What our students say
“Not only were the professors very friendly and not only did they teach you what they were supposed to, but many of them were medical assistants, so they will tell you about the experience they had.”
“I learned a lot through my internship…the LPN I worked with was my rock…I’m no longer afraid to draw blood…in fact, it’s one of my favorite things to do.”
“I was nervous about the phlebotomy part, I thought ‘how am I going to do that if I’m not in the clinic?… but the arm, the practice, the electrocardiogram… It has helped me a lot, I feel more prepared for when enter the workforce.”
We accept undergraduate transfer credits for your prior learning and professional, military, and volunteer experience. An undergraduate student must complete the last 25% of a degree program at ANU in order to graduate. That means you can transfer in up to 132 quarter credit hours for a Bachelor’s degree.
We recognize that many students need some type of financial assistance in order to make this investment in their future. Our Financial Services Team will sit down with you to identify sources of financial assistance; some through the federal or state government and others through the University. We are committed to finding solutions for those who qualify.Accredited Programs
American National University is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Ready to advance your career in healthcare? Enroll today and transform your future.