Camden County

Medical Assistant Program

Provided by Prism Career Institute

Medical assistants are essential to the healthcare field, and they require a diverse skill set. The program helps students prepare for a career by providing both clinical and administrative education. An externship is also required, offering a chance to gain hands-on experience prior to graduation. Students may take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

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Program Information

  • Apprenticeship: No
  • Requires/Includes Externship/Internship: Yes
  • Eligible for Credential: Yes
  • Duration: 720 hours; 40 weeks
  • In-Person/Virtual: IP
  • Category: Workforce Training

Occupation Details - Medical Assistants

  • Median Salary: $42,000
  • Median Hourly Pay: $20.19
  • Number of Jobs (2023): 783,900
  • Job Outlook (2023-2033): 15%
  • Employment Change (2023-2033): 118,000
Source: Occupational employment data and wage estimates are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH). Latest data available as of May 2023. For the most current information, visit bls.gov/ooh.

Provider Information - Prism Career Institute

Prism Career Institute offers two primary education paths; a practical nursing program & a medical assistant program, both developed to provide students with the foundational skills required to build successful medical careers.

Contact Information
  • 856-317-0100
  • 3 Executive Campus Ste 280, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
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