MaineHealth Medical Assistant Program

The MaineHealth Medical Assistant program is a unique 9-month paid apprenticeship designed to transform individuals into certified medical assistants ready for immediate job placement in healthcare. This program offers a compelling earn-while-you-learn model, integrating rigorous classroom learning with invaluable hands-on clinical experience. Apprentices gain practical skills in real-world settings, preparing them for a dynamic and rewarding career. This distinctive approach not only covers program costs through paid clinical hours but also ensures graduates are highly skilled and job-ready, providing a significant advantage in the competitive healthcare job market.

Program Details:

• Cost: Paid apprenticeship program with apprentices earning $18.00 per hour for 20 hours a week of clinical time.
• Duration: 9 months
• Schedule: In-person, structured paid apprenticeship integrating classroom learning with hands-on clinical experience.
• Prerequisites: High School Diploma; GED; Hi-Set; 18 Years of Age or Older; Resident of Maine; Authorization to Work in the United States; MaineHealth Application for Employment as Medical Assistant Apprentice; Application for Admission to York County Community College
• Accreditations: Unknown
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for job placement in healthcare, enhancing job readiness and career advancement.