Atlanta Medical Assistant School utilizes the NHA Medical Assistant CCMA study guide as the designated textbook resource, which is provided to students without any additional charges. The school ensures that students are adequately prepared for their externship by the 14th week of the program. Successful completion of an 80-hour externship at a local medical practice is a mandatory requirement for students at Atlanta Medical Assistant School to obtain their certificate of completion. Students are given the option to choose an office for their externship or be assigned to a suitable local medical practice to fulfill their externship.