Online Medical Administrative Assistant Program

Medical Administrative Assistant Certification in Hawaii

Stepful's online Medical Administrative Assistant program prepares students to pass the NHA’s CMAA exam in just 3 months. Our program is 100% online with no clinical hours required. Personalized career coaching, job search support, and exam preparation materials included.

Spots are limited. We accept qualified applicants on a first come, first served basis.
  • 3-Month Course for Hawaii Students | 100% Online

  • Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification

  • No Clinical Hours Required

  • 1:1 Support from Enrollment to Employment

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Earn Your Medical Administrative Assistant Certification in Hawaii

Stepful is an excellent program for administrative medical assistants in Hawaii wanting to earn their certification. Our 100% online program includes live instruction, recorded lectures, online learning activities, and quizzes to help students stay engaged throughout their 3-month program. 

Topics covered in class include medical terminology, billing and coding, laws, ethics, and more. Stepful's instructors make sure that every student is well prepared to pass their certification exam.

Our dedicated career coaches provide personalized support, from resume building to job placement assistance after graduation. While clinical hours aren’t required, you’ll gain hands-on experience through practical assignments and interactive coursework that mirror real-world medical office settings.

Join Stepful’s Medical Administrative Assistant Training Program and take the next step toward a rewarding career in healthcare administration!

3 Months | 100% Online
NHA CMAA Certification Prep 
Job support coaching until you land a full-time job
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How to Become a Medical Administrative Assistant in Hawaii

Follow these simple steps to secure a job as a medical administrative assistant in Hawaii.

1

Complete a Medical Administrative Assistant Training Program

Hawaii does not have any certification requirements for medical administrative assistants. However, healthcare organizations typically prefer to hire certified medical administrative assistants. Earning a certification proves that you will have the skills and knowledge you need to be a great medical office assistant. 

Stepful students can complete their coursework and be ready for their exam in just three months. Our program is completely online and allows students to complete their work on a flexible schedule.

2

Pass the NHA CMAA Certification Exam

The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam, offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), contains 110 questions and must be completed in two hours.

The exam tests students’ knowledge of operating computer systems, answering practice correspondence, scheduling appointments, updating electronic medical records, and coordinating operational reports. 

The CMAA exam must be taken at a testing center or with an online proctor.

3

Find a Full-Time Job in Hawaii

There are many job opportunities available for administrative assistants, medical office assistants, and medical receptionists.

A great place to start your search is through the Hawaii Job Website. Other great search engines include ZipRecruiter, Indeed, and Monster. Instructors at Stepful can help you find a job in Hawaii.

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  • Get Hired as a Medical Administrative Assistant in Hawaii

    Enrolling in a training program and earning a certification is the fastest way to launch your career as a medical administrative assistant in Hawaii. Most employers prefer certified candidates.

  • 100% Online Training Program

    Our program offers structured lessons, live lectures, and flexible morning or evening class options, plus one-on-one support every step of the way. Students learn at their own pace while staying engaged through interactive discussions, virtual simulations, and quizzes.

  • Supportive Community

    Students move through the program in cohorts, building community and staying motivated together. Our dedicated staff is committed to your success, from exam prep to landing your first job.

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It works

80% of graduates are employed as medical assistants within 3 months of graduation

Graduate our online medical assistant training program & find jobs at top healthcare companies—just like Stepful’s alumni.
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Monique
New Jersey, New Jersey
The reason I joined Stepful is to pursue my life-long dream of working in the medical field. And they made it happen!
Imani
Brooklyn, New York
This is the first time someone invests in me. Thank you Stepful for the leap of faith.
Juan
Queens, New York
Thank you Stepful for helping me land my dream job as a Medical Assistant in a Doctor's office. I wouldn’t have made it without you.
Jianee
Bronx, New York
Amazing school! Great learning environment! It allows you to apply your skills into the medical field.

Medical Administrative Assistant Classes on Your Own Schedule

Learn online, part-time, and on your own schedule. Evening classes available. Get 1:1 support from enrollment to employment.

3 Months

Program length

Part-Time

Evening Classes Available

$48,310

Average salary

NHA CMAA

Certification

We partner with the National Healthcareer Association to offer an accredited certification in Medical Administrative Assisting. Students who complete the Stepful program and pass the NHA CMAA exam will be eligible to work as Certified Medical Administrative Assistants in 48 of 50 states.

What you'll learn

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Weeks 1-2

Build a foundation in admin assisting fundamentals, including anatomy, medical terminology, medical records, and EHR. Develop essential patient communication skills.

Weeks 3-5

Explore healthcare law and medical ethics, including HIPAA, OSHA, and CMS guidelines. Master patient scheduling techniques and handle telehealth appointments.

Weeks 6-8

Learn patient processing and reimbursement, including intake, health insurance, medical billing, and coding. Manage financial procedures and claims.

Weeks 9-12

Understand medical office logistics, ensure safety, manage equipment and inventory, and oversee operations. Prepare for the NHA CMAA exam with practice tests and strategies.

Pick Your Start Date

You'll have two live classes per week and should plan  
for 90 minutes of additional daily coursework.
*You'll select one of these class times after you sign up.
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Pay
with a loan
$166*
per month for 12 months
Pay $59 to secure your spot now.

Once the class starts, you will pay $166* per month.
Pay
as you go
$249*
every 2 weeks over 8 payments
Pay $59 to secure your spot now.

Once the class starts, you will pay $249 every two weeks over 8 payments.
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What Is a Medical Administrative Assistant, and Where Do They Work in Hawaii?

Medical administrative assistants are also known as medical receptionists and office medical assistants. Regardless of what name they go by, they are essential staff members in clinics, urgent care centers, private practice offices, hospitals, surgical centers, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare facilities. 

Some medical administrative assistants are even able to find jobs where they work from the comfort of their own homes.

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Common Medical Admin Assistant Responsibilities

Medical administrative assistants handle both administrative and organizational tasks. Their daily responsibilities may include: 

  • Working with billing and insurance.
  • ‍Making and answering phone calls. ‍
  • Directing patients in the waiting room.
  • Communicating with patients. ‍
  • Scheduling appointments. 
  • Maintaining patient records. ‍
  • Care coordination
  • Handling referrals
  • Keeping the office organized and stocked.
  • Helping patients fill out paperwork.
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Requirements for the Medical Administrative Assistant Certification in Hawaii

Students who want to earn their certification must either complete an accredited training program or have one year of supervised medical administrative assisting work experience. Work experience must be completed within 3 years of the exam date. 

There are no state-specific requirements for medical administrative assistants in Hawaii. 

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Job Outlook for Certified Medical Administrative Assistants in Hawaii

Salary: $48,310 / year

Average salary in Hawaii

Job Outlook: 5% Growth

From 2023 to 2033

# of Jobs in Hawaii: 2,490

As of May 2024

Medical administrative assistants have a great job outlook. The predicted growth rate for this position between 2025 and 2035 is 15%.

How much do they make?

The median salary for medical administrative assistants in the United States is $43,380, and there are 783,900 jobs in the United States in 2025.  

In Hawaii, this position earns more than the national average, with an average salary of $49,900 per year or $22 per hour.

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Spots are limited. We accept qualified applicants on a first come, first served basis.
  • 3 Months | 100% Online Training Program

  • Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification

  • No Clinical Hours Required

  • 1:1 Support from Enrollment to Employment