Online Medical Administrative Assistant Program

Medical Administrative Assistant Program in Nevada

Stepful’s online program takes just 3 months to complete and prepares you to become a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant in Nevada. You’ll build the skills needed to pass the NHA’s CMAA exam and gain support to secure full-time work after graduation.

Spots are limited. We accept qualified applicants on a first come, first served basis.
  • 3-Month Course for Nevada 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 Nevada

Becoming a medical administrative assistant is a smart choice for Nevadans wanting a steady income and a rewarding career in healthcare. Stepful’s 3-month Nevada Medical Administrative Assistant Training Program offers comprehensive training designed to prepare you for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam, issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

You’ll learn medical terminology, healthcare systems, front-office procedures, telehealth scheduling, insurance processing, billing, and coding. Although clinical hours aren’t required, you’ll gain hands-on experience through specialized assignments and engaging coursework. After certification, Stepful helps guide your entry into Nevada’s healthcare workforce.

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 Nevada

Starting a career as a certified medical administrative assistant in Nevada involves three key steps:

1

Complete a Medical Administrative Assistant Training Program

Nevada doesn’t require certification, but most employers prefer CMAA-certified candidates, and certified professionals often earn more. Stepful’s 3-month online program teaches office procedures, patient communication, billing and coding, and healthcare regulations. It prepares you to confidently pass the national CMAA exam and begin your career.

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Pass the NHA CMAA Certification Exam

The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam, administered by the National Healthcareer Association, evaluates your administrative skills in medical settings. Stepful’s curriculum is designed to prepare you to earn this nationally recognized credential. It’s a smart investment in your career, offering long-term benefits with a short training timeline and affordable cost.

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Land a Full-Time Job in Nevada

Medical administrative assistants are needed in hospitals like University Medical Center of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas and Renown Health in Reno, and in specialty and rural clinics, and private practices. 

Stepful supports your job search with resume feedback, interview prep, and direct employer connections in Nevada. You may also benefit from professional groups like the Nevada Health Information Management Association (NvHIMA) for networking and education opportunities.

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  • Get Hired as a Medical Administrative Assistant in Nevada

    In addition to training, our program offers personalized job search support like resume reviews and interview preparation to help you launch your career in Nevada’s healthcare field.

  • 100% Online Training Program

    This flexible online program caters to busy adults in Nevada, with classes offered mornings, evenings, and weekends. You’ll gain hands-on skills, CMAA exam preparation, and instructor support all from home.

  • Supportive Community

    From day one, you’ll work with a dedicated coach and engage in peer discussions, group Q&As, and networking events. After graduation, Stepful continues to support your growth with mentorship and career guidance beyond 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

$42,820

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.

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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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$166*
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Once the class starts, you will pay $166* per month.
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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 Nevada?

Medical administrative assistants keep healthcare facilities running by managing scheduling, maintaining records, handling billing, and guiding patients through the insurance process. They are sometimes called medical receptionists or medical office assistants.

Where Medical Administrative Assistants Work in Nevada

In Nevada, medical administrative assistants find employment in various settings, including:

  • Hospitals & Medical Centers: Large systems like University Medical Center of Southern Nevada and Renown Health depend on medical admin assistants for admissions, outpatient coordination, emergency scheduling, and surgical support. These roles often lead to specialized or supervisory paths over time.
  • Specialty Clinics & Outpatient Facilities: Medical admin assistants are vital in practices focused on pediatrics, orthopedics, dermatology, behavioral health, and women’s health. They handle scheduling, insurance verification, and patient intake. Telehealth roles are growing as assistants manage virtual visits and communication.
  • Private Practices & Group Offices: From urban to suburban clinics, medical admin assistants manage front desks, file systems, billing, and scheduling. In multi-provider offices, assistants coordinate complex calendars and manage communications across departments. In small offices, medical admin assistants often take on wide-ranging responsibilities.
  • Community & Rural Health Centers: Federally qualified health centers and rural clinics serve underserved populations across Nevada. Medical admin assistants help with referrals, public health outreach, and clinic operations. These roles offer broad administrative experience and the chance to make a community impact.
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Common Medical Administrative Assistant Responsibilities

Medical administrative assistants take on a range of tasks that support patients and medical teams. Responsibilities like these make them essential to operational efficiency and patient satisfaction:

  • Managing appointments: Booking, confirming, rescheduling, and cancelling to ensure provider schedules run smoothly.
  • Updating patient records: Keeping charts current and information well-organized.
  • Handling phone calls: Answering inquiries, routing calls, taking messages, and providing information.
  • Greeting and guiding patients: Checking in patients, directing them through intake, and managing waiting room flow.
  • Explaining billing and insurance: Informing patients about charges, co-pays, and coverage expectations.
  • Processing insurance claims: Verifying insurance, completing forms, and assisting with claim follow-ups.
  • Replenishing supplies and organizing the office: Keeping the front desk stocked and the workspace efficient.
  • Assisting with paperwork: Helping patients complete forms like intake documents or referral requests.
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Requirements for the Medical Administrative Assistant Certification in Nevada

Nevada does not require certification for medical administrative assistants. However, obtaining the CMAA credential is highly recommended.

Certification demonstrates that you have the knowledge and skills needed, which makes you a more competitive job applicant and helps you earn a higher starting salary. According to the NHA, 84% of employers require or encourage certification for medical administrative assistants.

To qualify for the CMAA exam, you must meet these criteria:

  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Have completed a medical administrative assistant training or education program, like Stepful’s, within the past five years

or

  • Have one year of supervised work experience in the field within the last three years, or two years of supervised work experience in the field within the past five years
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Job Outlook for Certified Medical Administrative Assistants in Nevada

Salary: $42,820 / year

Average salary in Nevada

Job Outlook: 5% Growth

From 2023 to 2033

# of Jobs in Nevada: 6,690

As of May 2024

Medical administrative assisting offers a stable career path with national growth projected at 5% over the next decade, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. About 750,000 professionals work in this field across the U.S. By comparison, secretarial and administrative roles outside of healthcare are expected to grow by just 1%, making the healthcare field a more reliable path for long-term job stability and opportunity.

In Nevada, there are 6,690 medical administrative assistants, which is 4.5 medical admin assistant jobs for every 1,000 jobs in the state. The job growth for this role is steady, with demand coming from both urban centers and rural health providers across the state.

How Much Does a Medical Administrative Assistant Make in Nevada?

The average salary for medical administrative assistants in Nevada is $42,820 per year, or $20.59 per hour. This is slightly below the national average but well above the average for receptionists not working in healthcare. They earn an average of $37,230 per year. Jobs in urban areas and specialty clinics usually pay more.

Medical administrative assistant jobs are primarily concentrated in Nevada’s metro areas, where there are more healthcare facilities and larger patient populations:

  • The Las Vegas–Henderson–Paradise metro area has 5,050 medical administrative assistants who earn an average of $41,930 per year or $20.16 per hour.
  • The Reno metro area has 1,100 medical administrative assistants who earn around $46,000 per year or $22.11 per hour.
  • In Nevada’s non-metropolitan areas, there are only 270 medical administrative assistant jobs, but they make an average of $41,260 per year or $19.84 per hour, which is comparable to the metro areas.

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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