Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Certificate
Medical assisting directly influences the public’s health and well-being and requires mastery of a complex body of knowledge and specialized skills requiring formal education and practical experience. Medical assistants are multi-skilled health professionals specifically educated to work in ambulatory settings performing administrative and clinical duties such as assessing patient’s vital signs and histories, preparing patients for procedures, assisting the physician with examinations and treatments, collecting and processing specimens, performing selected diagnostic tests, performing electrocardiograms, and administration of medications as directed by the physician.
14%
projected grown in next 10 years
This certificate program prepares students to become Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). CMAs are healthcare professionals who work with healthcare providers in a variety of settings and often transition to other healthcare careers and other healthcare opportunities.
Admissions Office
Students benefit from smaller class sizes with individualized attention, on-campus clinical labs, online courses, and a hands-on clinical internship that connects you directly with employers in the community.
Network with professionals in the field to learn more about requirements and opportunities.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
COMPLETION TIME
10 Months
if Full Time
2 Semesters16 Total Credit Hours
What if I attend part-time?
Our Student Success Advisors help with an academic plan that works for you.
ESTIMATED COST
$2,672
+ supplies & fees
Based on 2026-27
What financial assistance can I receive?
Find the plan right for you by connecting with our Financial Aid office.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
20 Students
average per class
Small class sizes mean more individual attention and a higher rate of success.
View the College Catalog to see a complete list of classes for this program.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program is designed to give students more than just training — it gives them confidence, hands-on experience, and a direct pathway into healthcare careers. Our small class sizes, real-world clinical experiences, and strong employer partnerships ensure graduates are truly workforce-ready and prepared to succeed as Certified Medical Assistants.
Dr. Courtney Gehrig, Program Director, Medical Assisting
How Do I Get Into the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program?
Do you want to work in a rewarding career where opportunities are growing and qualified candidates are highly recruited? Talk to an Admissions representative to learn how to get started.
- Complete our quick admissions application.
- Submit health science application.
- Apply for financial aid (FAFSA).
- Apply for ICC Scholarships. Just one easy application for over hundreds of scholarships.
- Prerequisites require you to be a current High School Junior or Senior, a High School Graduate, or have a High School Equivalency (GED)
What Can I Expect As a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Student?
- Training in actual healthcare environments.
- Many program graduates return to ICC to complete one of the nursing programs.
Accreditation
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is responsible for establishing criteria for the medical assistant program and conducts accrediting activities designed to ensure that educational programs meet minimum entry level criteria. CAAHEP grants accreditation of medical assisting programs upon the recommendations of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Graduates from this CAAHEP-accredited medical assisting program are eligible to take the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113th Street N., #7709 Seminole, FL 33775-7709; (727) 210-2350; www.caahep.org
2025 MAREB Annual Report Outcome Data
| Year | Retention | Graduate Participation | Graduate Satisfaction | Job Placement | Employer Surveys Sent | Employer Satisfaction | Exam Participation | Exam Passage | # Graduates by Admission Year | # Graduates by Year of Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Threshold | >=60% | >=30% | >=80% | >=60% | =100% | >=80% | >=30% | >=60% | ||
| 2024 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 66.67% | 100% | 100% | 66.67% | 100% | 6 | 3 |
| 2023 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 75% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 3 | 8 |
| 2022 | 100% | 80% | 100% | 80% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 80% | 8 | 5 |
| 2021 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 69.23% | 100% | 100% | 84.62% | 100% | 5 | 13 |
| 2020 | 76.47% | 100% | 100% | 81.82% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 90.91% | 13 | 11 |
| Cumulative | 89.74% | 97.5% | 100% | 72.5% | 100% | 100% | 92.5% | 94.59% | 35 | 40 |
How Am I Going to Manage This?
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What if I am working while going to school?
We have you covered. Many of our students are working adults who balance life and school. We have great resources on campus to help keep you going!
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What are my options for funding my education?
Do this first: fill out and file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Even if you don’t want federal aid, this document is used by many scholarship and grant programs to evaluate aid packages.
Look for scholarships and grants first because usually they don’t have to be paid back. The ICC Foundation sponsors some scholarships, and grants may be available from Illinois or federal programs. Other organizations also offer scholarships, and we can help you research those opportunities.
Federally guaranteed student loans can be a smart way to fund college. Think about your transfer plans and what your career looks like. Some sources recommend that you cap your borrowing at the level of what you (realistically!) can expect to earn at your first job after college. So, research careers and pay, too.
Of course, savings, jobs, and work-study are key parts of your budget. Your employer may offer tuition reimbursement. Find the tools to make a complete plan for paying for school.