● Now enrolling · Classes start every two months · Douglasville, GA
Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm
● Medical assisting program · Douglasville, GA
Launch your medical assistant career in just 18 weeks.
Providence Medical Academy offers an accelerated medical assisting program with full instructor support. Hands-on skills training on evenings or weekends, national certification exam prep included in tuition, and an externship at the end of the program.
NHA CCMA exam prep
Evenings & weekends
Externship included
92%
Certification pass rate
(as of September 2026)
Classes start bimonthly
No long waiting lists
18 wks
Accelerated program length, with externship at end of program
92%
Certification pass rate (September 2026)
Monthly
New classes start every other month
$4,950
Tuition when paid in full
Why Providence
A fulfilling career you can jumpstart — fast.
At Providence Medical Academy, we understand that many job-seekers are searching for a fulfilling career they can start as quickly as possible, through a training program that still delivers a high-quality education.
That's why we offer a comprehensive, accelerated medical assistant program — with eligibility to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam when you finish.
Our program gives you the knowledge and skills to excel as a medical assistant, including hands-on training and real-world experience that prepare you to deliver confident, competent and safe patient care.
About our academy →
Licensed, certified instructors with years of ambulatory care experience
The program
Your path to becoming a certified medical assistant.
Our Medical Assisting Certificate Program covers medical office front- and back-office tasks and procedures — everything you need to support patient care under a licensed practitioner.
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Flexible learning
Flexible learning with 24/7 access to coursework, readings, and quizzes, backed by dedicated instructor support.
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Train hands-on
Skills lab sessions on evenings or weekends, right here on campus.
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Externship
Real-world clinical experience at the end of the program — required to graduate.
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Get certified
Sit for the NHA CCMA exam — prep is included in your total program cost.
Find your next step
Everything you need to get started.
About the academy
Our mission, our instructors and our state-authorized program.
Learn more →
Tuition & financing
Pay in full, finance through Fortify, or use WIOA funding.
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Apply
Check the eligibility requirements and apply for an upcoming class.
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FAQ
Job outlook, the externship, certification and more.
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Student stories
Hear it from our students.
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I loved this school!! The teachers were amazing and walked me through everything if I had any problems! The education I got here was top tier! I passed my certification test today and I know their program is the best of the best! Thanks for everything!
Jaida Frye
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Fantastic facility with everything needed to jump start a career in the medical field! The website was easy to navigate, the application process is simple and all of my questions were answered quickly. Thank you!
Laura Devisscher
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This is a GREAT program. My daughter is just finishing up. It's easy to follow and there's awesome support from the instructor. She has been on the waiting list at another school for months when we found this program. She was able to start immediately. We would definitely recommend!!
Celeste Ridley, parent
Tuition & financing
Affordable, with options for every budget.
$4,950
when paid in full — a $1,000 savings. Certification exam prep and externship included.
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Pay in full with any major credit card
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Student loans or payment plans through Fortify
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WIOA funding — we're an approved training program
Ready for the next step?
Start a fulfilling, rewarding career in healthcare.
Don't let the opportunity pass you by. Enroll in Providence Medical Academy's medical assistant program today and take the first step toward a successful healthcare career.