Fully online, at your own schedule 24/7, 28 weeks long. After completion, MedCerts will work to match you with an externship site close to you. Not available for Wisconsin, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Washington, or Louisiana residents. This class makes you eligible to obtain your Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant certification. How much does the class cost? Is there financial aid available? The class costs $4,000 total. Monthly payment options are available, with interest rates from 0-12%. MedCerts also has financial aid options for those who qualify through: MyCAA, state workforce funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Click "Get Started" to get more information. What is a Medical Assistant? Medical Assistants provide direct care to patients. They may give medications, draw blood and do other diagnostic tests, and take medical histories. They usually work at doctors' offices, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Average starting salary is around $30,577/year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.