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Medical Administrative Assistant Certification in Illinois
Students at Stepful get all the skills they need to pass the NHA’s CMAA exam. Our program prepares students to start their careers in just 3 months with 100% online classes, and no clinical hours are required. Get personalized career coaching, job search support, and exam prep materials.
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3-Month Course for Illinois Students | 100% Online
Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification
No Clinical Hours Required
1:1 Support from Enrollment to Employment
Earn Your Medical Administrative Assistant Certification in Illinois
If you are hoping to become a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant, Stepful will help you get there. Our 100% online, 3-month program includes virtual simulations, recorded lectures, online learning activities, live instruction, and exam preparation tools. We make sure to give students of every kind of learning style the opportunity to succeed.
We prepare students to take on the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) in 3 months. Some of the topics covered in class include coding and billing, medical terminology, medical laws and ethics, and more.
Stepful's instructors ensure that every student is prepared to take and pass their certification exam. Because we are invested in the success of each student, our medical administrative assistant candidates boast a CMAA exam passing rate that is over 10 percentage points higher than the national average.
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 Illinois
Hopeful medical administrative assistants can follow these steps to secure a job in Illinois.
1
Complete a Medical Administrative Assistant Training Program
The state of Illinois does not require medical administrative assistants to earn a certificate to work, although almost all healthcare organizations prefer to hire certified medical administrative assistants. Earning a certification demonstrates that you are committed to the role and have the skills required to be a great medical office assistant.
2
Pass the NHA CMAA Certification Exam
The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam contains 110 scored questions and must be completed in two hours or less.
The NHA exam outline includes scheduling appointments, updating electronic medical records, operating computer systems, answering practice correspondence, and coordinating operational reports.
This exam must be taken with an online proctor or at an approved testing center. Students can schedule their exams after creating an NHA account and submitting proof of eligibility.
3
Find a Full-Time Job in Illinois
There are many job opportunities available in Illinois for medical administrative assistants.
A great place to start your search is through the Illinois Department of Labor. Other great search engines include Monster, Indeed, and ZipRecruiter. Coaches at Stepful will assist you in your search for a job in Illinois.
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Get Hired as a Medical Administrative Assistant in Illinois
If you're looking to become a medical administrative assistant in Illinois, earning your certification is the most important first step. Certified professionals earn higher wages, advance faster, and get hired more quickly. Over 85% of healthcare employers prefer or recommend certification, according to the National Healthcareer Association.
100% Online Training Program
Our 100% online training program includes live lectures, 1:1 guidance, well-organized lesson plans, and morning, afternoon, or evening classes. Our online classes allow students to get their class work done while holding a job or caring for their loved ones.
Supportive Community
Our instructors are committed to the success of each student and show this by answering students' questions quickly, helping them prepare for their exam, and assisting in their job search. Stepful gives students the flexibility of online learning without losing the social support often found in in-person classrooms.
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.
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.
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.
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Online Medical Administrative Assistant Course
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Once the class starts, you will pay $166* per month.
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Pay $59 to secure your spot now.
Once the class starts, you will pay $249 every two weeks over 8 payments.
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 Illinois?
Medical administrative assistants are also known as medical receptionists or office medical assistants. Medical administrative assistants may find work in clinics, hospitals, urgent care centers, private practice offices, surgical centers, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare facilities.
Medical receptionists may also find work-from-home jobs with billing agencies, insurance companies, healthcare utilization assessors, or other healthcare organizations. An in-person experience is often required before getting hired for a remote position.
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Common Medical Administrative Assistant Responsibilities
Medical administrative assistants handle both administrative and organizational tasks. Their daily responsibilities may include:
- Making and answering phone calls.
- Creating staff work schedules
- Care coordination
- Handling referrals
- Keeping the office organized and stocked.
- Helping patients fill out paperwork.
- Directing patients in the waiting room.
- Communicating with patients.
- Scheduling appointments.
- Maintaining patient records.
- Working with billing and insurance.
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Requirements for the Medical Administrative Assistant Certification in Illinois
Eligibility for the CMAA exam requires candidates to complete an accredited training program or submit proof of at least 12 months of supervised medical administrative assisting work experience. Work experience will only be counted within 3 years of the scheduled exam date.
There are no state-specific requirements for medical administrative assistants in Illinois.
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Job Outlook for Certified Medical Administrative Assistants in Illinois
Salary: $45,040 / year
Average salary in Illinois
Job Outlook: 5% Growth
From 2023 to 2033
# of Jobs in Illinois: 24,150
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% nationwide.
How much does an administrative medical assistant 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 Illinois, medical administrative assistants earn a little more than the National Average. Medical administrative assistants in Illinois earn an average salary of $45,040 per year or $21.7 per hour.
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