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Indiana's workforce training platform connecting technical instruction, funding pathways, industry credentials, and employer placement. Programs aligned with EPA, CompTIA, PTCB, Microsoft, and OSHA certifications.

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Elevate for Humanity operates as a workforce development system coordinating training, funding, testing, and employment pathways. Program delivery may be conducted directly by Elevate or through approved training providers depending on the program.

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  3. Medical Assistant
NHA CCMA Certification

Medical Assistant — NHA CCMA certification in 12 weeks.

Clinical procedures, patient intake, EHR documentation, and phlebotomy. Prepare for the NHA CCMA and CPT exams. Free with WIOA or Next Level Jobs funding.

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  • Free with WIOA funding
  • NHA CCMA + CPT exams
  • Clinical rotations included
  • MA pay $35K–$45K
14%
Job Growth Rate
$38K
Average Starting Salary
20
Weeks to Career
—
Active Learners
Why Medical Assistant?

The Heart of Healthcare

Medical Assistants are essential to patient care. You'll make a difference every day.

Help Patients Daily

Be the friendly face patients see. Comfort anxious patients, answer questions, and ensure they receive quality care.

Rapid Job Growth

14% projected growth through 2032. Healthcare expansion means consistent demand for qualified Medical Assistants.

Work Anywhere

Physician offices, clinics, hospitals, urgent care, specialty practices. Choose the setting that fits your lifestyle.

Variety of Tasks

No two days are the same. Mix of clinical procedures, patient interaction, and administrative work keeps things interesting.

Quick Entry to Healthcare

Start your healthcare career in months, not years. MA is a proven pathway to nursing and other advanced roles.

Job Security

Healthcare is recession-resistant. People always need medical care, ensuring stable employment opportunities.

Training Program

20-Week Medical Assistant Curriculum

Comprehensive training including clinical externship. Graduate ready for CMA certification.

Weeks 1-2

Medical Terminology & Anatomy

Medical word building and abbreviations
Body systems and organs
Common diseases and conditions
Medical documentation standards
Milestone:Master 500+ medical terms and abbreviations
Weeks 3-4

Administrative Procedures

Patient scheduling and registration
Medical records management
Insurance and billing basics
HIPAA compliance and privacy
Milestone:Process patient intake and schedule appointments
Weeks 5-6

Clinical Fundamentals

Vital signs measurement
Patient positioning and draping
Infection control and sterilization
Medical asepsis techniques
Milestone:Accurately measure and document vital signs
Weeks 7-8

Clinical Procedures

Assisting with physical exams
Specimen collection techniques
Wound care and bandaging
Medication administration basics
Milestone:Assist with complete patient examination
Weeks 9-10

Phlebotomy & Lab Procedures

Venipuncture techniques
Capillary puncture
Specimen handling and processing
Point-of-care testing
Milestone:Perform successful blood draws
Weeks 11-12

EKG & Diagnostic Testing

12-lead EKG placement and recording
Pulmonary function testing
Vision and hearing screening
Diagnostic equipment operation
Milestone:Perform and document EKG procedure
Weeks 13-14

Pharmacology & Injections

Drug classifications and actions
Prescription processing
Injection techniques (IM, SubQ, ID)
Medication safety protocols
Milestone:Administer injections on simulation models
Weeks 15-20

Clinical Externship

160+ hours at healthcare facility
Real patient interaction
Professional workplace experience
Certification exam preparation
Milestone:Complete externship and pass CMA/RMA exam
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