100% Online Medical Administrative Assistant Program (Illinois)
SCC's Medical Administrative Assistant program is a 100% online, asynchronous certificate you can complete from anywhere in Illinois in about 39 weeks. It prepares you for entry-level medical office roles and the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam — no clinical placement or on-campus visits required. You'll learn about medical terminology, Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, scheduling, HIPAA, and billing fundamentals. Total cost: $18,740.
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Quick facts
- Format
- 100% Online
- Program Length
- 39 Weeks
- Clock Hours
- 780 Hours
- Total Cost
- $18,740
- Credential Awarded
- Certificate
Credential path
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
How Long Does It Take and What Does It Cost?
Study online asynchronously from anywhere in Illinois for about 39 weeks (780 clock hours). Total cost is $18,740 including tuition, books, supplies, testing fees, and the technology fee. No commuting or clinical placement is required.
Full tuition breakdown →What Job Can I Get and What Does It Pay?
Some medical administrative positions may offer remote or hybrid work arrangements, depending on the employer, job duties, experience, and position requirements. SCC does not guarantee remote employment. Graduates pursue medical office, scheduling, patient communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), and billing-support roles. The CMAA exam is a common credential target after completion.
Careers & salary details →What Are the Requirements?
Complete an interview and general SCC admissions requirements. Program-specific items are listed on the requirements page. Because the program is fully online, students may reside anywhere in Illinois.
Full admissions requirements →Medical Administrative Assistant
Students receive instruction in the following categories:
Medical Terminology & Documentation
Patient Scheduling & Front-Office Workflow
HIPAA Compliance & Medical Law
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Medical Billing, Coding & Insurance
Professional Communication
Launch a 100% online healthcare career
The Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) program is a 100% online, asynchronous program that prepares you for entry-level roles as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA). You will master medical terminology, front-office workflow, HIPAA compliance, electronic health records, and medical billing and coding — on a schedule that works with your life.
What Will I Learn?
Medical Administrative Assistant
Certificate Program
- Introduction to Medical Terminology100 Hours
- Medical Office Procedures I100 Hours
- Communication & Patient Relations100 Hours
- Electronic Health Records100 Hours
- Billing & Coding Fundamentals100 Hours
- Medical Law & Ethics100 Hours
- Advanced Administrative Procedures100 Hours
- Capstone & CMAA Certification Prep80 Hours
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Medical Administrative Assistant program, and is it online, hybrid, or on-campus?
Medical Administrative Assistant is a 100% online, asynchronous certificate you can complete from anywhere in Illinois in about 39 weeks (780 clock hours). No on-campus visits are required.
How much does the Medical Administrative Assistant program cost, and what is included?
Total cost is $18,740, including tuition, books and supplies, testing fees, and a technology fee. See the cost page for details.
What certification or exam am I eligible for after finishing?
The Medical Administrative Assistant program prepares you for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam and entry-level medical office roles. Some medical administrative positions may offer remote or hybrid work arrangements, depending on the employer, job duties, experience, and position requirements. SCC does not guarantee remote employment.
What are the admission requirements for the Medical Administrative Assistant program?
Applicants complete an interview and general SCC admissions requirements (age, ID, high school diploma or GED). Program-specific items are listed on the requirements page.
What job can I get, and what does it pay in Illinois?
Graduates pursue medical office, scheduling, billing support, and administrative roles in clinics and physician practices. Some medical administrative positions may offer remote or hybrid work arrangements, depending on the employer, job duties, experience, and position requirements. SCC does not guarantee remote employment. Prospective students are encouraged to review current occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security.
When is the next start date?
Online cohorts start throughout the year. Call (847) 693-3838 or use the Next Start Date tool on the program page.
What are the laptop or home computer tech requirements for my training program?
Students provide their own laptop or home computer and need daily access to it, plus reliable high-speed internet and an active email account. Recommended minimums: Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11, or one of the three latest macOS versions; a 4th generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 or newer (or AMD equivalent), or an Apple computer from 2013 or newer; 4 GB of RAM; and a screen resolution of at least 1024×768. Phones, tablets, Chromebooks, and Linux are not supported for Elsevier coursework. See the full computer requirements for Elsevier and UWorld platform specs.
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