What Does a Medical Assistant Do?
MAs assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician and a nurse practitioner. They interview patients, measure vital signs, and records information on patient's medical record. MAs prepare treatment rooms and may be required to draw and collect blood samples as well as prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. MAs even administer oral medications or injections!
How Much Does a Medical Assistant Make?
In Georgia, on average, Medical Assistants make $18.00- $24.00 per hour or $36,800 - $49,920 annually
Enrollment Requirements
Must be 16 years of age or older
GED or High School Diploma or
Government-issued ID
Social Security Card
Simple Literacy Exam
Hep B Vaccination
Do I Need any Prior Medical Training?
No. Being a Certified Medical Assistant requires a high school diploma or GED.
In Person Course Hours & Times
800 Clock hours
600 hours of in-person theory
Day Class: M-Th (25 weeks)
M-Th: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM in person
Evening Class: M-Th (50 weeks)
M-Th: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM in person
Tuition & Fees
$150 Non-Refundable Application Fee
$5725 Tuition
$250 Textbook
$150 Workbook
$100 Uniform
$1050 LAB Supplies
$75 CPR certification
$7500 Total
What's Included?
Textbook
Workbook
Uniform
ID Badge
BP & Stethoscope
Online Hybrid Course Hours & Times
800 Clock hours
600 hours theory: In person learning (M & W) + Remote learning (T &Th)
200 hours lab in person
Day Class: M-Th (25 weeks)
M/W: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM in person
T/Th: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Remote group session over video conference
Evening Class: M-Th (50 weeks)
M/W: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM in person
T/Th: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Remote group session over video conference