At-home clinical kit included




Medical assisting is a growing field that offers strong job prospects and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient care. Stepful's 5-month online program prepares Arizona residents to pass the NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. This nationally recognized credential makes you a more competitive job candidate and ensures you're job-ready on day one.
Join live, 90-minute classes twice a week with expert instructors. Complete daily assignments, mock exams, and simulations—100% online. Pass your national medical assistant certification exam with confidence.
Complete 80 to 160 clinical hours. Use Stepful's Externship Booking Platform to secure interviews at local clinical sites, typically within 1 to 3 months after passing your certification exam.
Join our 8-week Job Coaching Program with mock interview workshops and 1:1 coaching. Receive curated full-time Medical Assistant openings in your area. We're with you every step of the way.

Completing a training program like Stepful's is the fastest way to launch your career as a medical assistant. All you need is a high school diploma or GED. There are no licensing requirements for medical assistants in Arizona. However, the Arizona Medical Board requires medical assistants to complete an approved training program and have it verified in writing.
Stepful's 5-month program prepares you to earn your Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential. Stepful students also do an externship to get real-world, hands-on experience. When you're ready to apply for jobs, Stepful is right there with you, with resume help, mock interviews, and job search assistance. At Stepful, we support you every step of the way, from enrollment through employment.

Learn the foundational healthcare knowledge needed to become a well-rounded Medical Assistant. Topics include healthcare systems, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Master the ins and outs of providing great patient care and handling tasks in a clinical lab setting. OSHA & HIPAA training and certification.
Master the ins and outs of providing great patient care and handling tasks in a clinical lab setting.
Practice the hands-on skills you’ll use every day as an MA with your Clinical Kit. You’ll also explore medical law and ethics and strengthen your communication skills when working with patients.
Prepare for your national certification exam, get certified, and work with your dedicated coach to find an externship and then a full-time job.
Prepare for your national certification exam, get certified, and work with your dedicated coach to find an externship and then a full-time job.

Medical assistants in Arizona have a positive job outlook. There are more than 22,180 medical assisting jobs in Arizona, or 7 per every 1,000 jobs. That is the second-highest concentration of medical assistant jobs in the US.
Arizona cities with the highest number of medical assistants are:
Medical assisting is one of the fastest-growing fields in the US. Job opportunities for medical assistants are expected to increase by 12% between 2024 and 2034, which is much higher than the rate for all jobs.
Medical assistants in Arizona earn a decent salary, with an average pay of $42,283 per year, or $20.33 per hour. This high demand means certified medical assistants should be able to find jobs more easily and may be able to negotiate for higher starting wages.
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In Arizona, medical assistants do not have to pass a certification exam. However, the Arizona Medical Board requires medical assistants to verify that they have completed a board-approved training program. In addition, they must remain under the supervision of a licensed medical doctor or licensed registered nurse. Having a certification, such as the CCMA, which is the one you'll test for after completing our Arizona Medical Assistant Training Program, shows employers that you have completed training and are able to do all the tasks commonly done by medical assistants.
There are no licensing requirements for medical assistants working in Arizona. Medical assistants must work under the supervision of a licensed registered nurse or a medical doctor, who can delegate reasonable and safe tasks to the unlicensed medical assistant.
Stepful's tuition includes access to the online learning platform, instructor-led Zoom classes, clinical sessions, NHA CCMA certification exam prep, dedicated 1:1 coaching, career services, and an at-home Clinical Kit, so you can practice hands-on skills from home, in Arizona or wherever you prefer. You don't need to purchase any textbooks or extra materials.
Stepful offers partial scholarships for qualifying students and flexible, interest-free installment plans. Apply to find out what financial assistance is available to you as a Arizona resident.
After passing your NHA CCMA certification exam, you'll complete between 80 and 160 in-person clinical hours through Stepful's Externship Booking Platform. Stepful works with you to land interviews at local clinical sites in Arizona.
To enroll in Stepful's Medical Assistant program, all you need is a high school diploma or GED and a stable internet connection. No prior healthcare experience is required.
Medical assistants in Arizona commonly perform both clinical and administrative tasks. The Arizona Medical Board specifies that clinical tasks include: performing dressing changes, maintaining ostomies, transporting patients, performing range-of-motion exercises, drawing blood, administering routine screenings and immunizations, removing intravenous catheters, and administering routine medications. Administrative duties include scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, handling billing and payments, dealing with insurance claims, and managing inventory.
Stepful is an official partner of the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and the program prepares you to earn the NHA's Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), a nationally recognized credential accepted by healthcare organizations across Arizona and nationwide. Stepful was also voted the #1 Education Technology Company in the US by TIME.
Many Arizona students qualify for grants that significantly reduce the cost of the program. Apply to see what pricing is available to you. A non-refundable $49 enrollment fee is required to secure your spot, though you have 3 days to change your mind and get a full refund.
No, Arizona State does not require medical assistants to complete formal training or earn a certification before working with patients, and you are not required to register with the state or obtain a license. That said, 87% of organizations prefer to hire certified assistants according to the NHA, so earning your CCMA makes you a significantly more competitive candidate.
No prior experience is needed. All you need to enroll is a high school diploma or GED and a stable internet connection. Stepful's 5-month program takes you from no background in healthcare to certified and job-ready in Arizona.
Medical assistants are unlicensed individuals who work under the supervision of a licensed registered nurse or medical doctor. They cannot examine, diagnose, or treat patients. They also may not administer medications through IV lines, give blood or blood products, access feeding tubes, or perform procedures beyond what has been delegated and for which they have been trained.