Nevada Medical Assistant training program

Online Medical Assistant Program

Our 5-month online medical assistant program for Nevada residents prepares you to take the NHA CCMA exam. After you pass your certification exam and apply for our externship program, our team will work with you to secure clinical hours and a full-time job around Nevada.
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5-Month Online NV Medical Assistant program
Earn your National CCMA Certification
Hands-on Clinical Kit Included with Tuition
80 to 160 in-Person Clinical Hours
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Earn your Medical Assistant certification online in Nevada

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 Nevada 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.

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5 month of online classes

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.

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In-person clinicals in NV

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.

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Land a full-time job

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.

How to become a Medical Assistant in Nevada

Medical assistants in Nevada have a positive job outlook. As of May 2023, there were 7,550 medical assisting jobs in Nevada, or 5.09 for every 1,000 jobs in the state.

Nevada cities with the highest number of medical assistants are:

  • Las Vegas: 5,780
  • Reno: 1,160
  • Carson City: 200

Medical assistants in Nevada earn a decent salary, with a median salary of $39,916 per year, or $19.19 per hour.

Nationally, medical assisting is one of the fastest-growing fields. Job opportunities for medical assistants are expected to increase by 12% between 2024 and 2034. That’s four times the rate of other jobs in the US.

This high demand means certified medical assistants should be able to find a job more easily and may be able to negotiate for higher starting wages.

Start your Medical Assistant career with Stepful.

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What you’ll learn

Live classes twice a week with expert instructors, plus daily assignments and mock exams, all online. We also help you find an in-person externship with a dedicated coach to build hands-on skills.

Our students pass the CCMA exam at 87%, over 10 points above the national average.
*Externship support requires M-F, 9-5 availability.
87%
NHA CCMA Certification Pass Rate
+10 Points Above the National Average

Weeks 1-4

Learn the foundational healthcare knowledge needed to become a well-rounded Medical Assistant. Topics include healthcare systems, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Healthcare Systems
Medical Terminology
Anatomy
Physiology

Weeks 5-9

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.

Patient Care Coordination
Patient Care Education
OSHA & HIPAA Certification
Medical Law

Weeks 10-15

Weeks 10-14

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.

Injections
Venipuncture
Phlebotomy
EKG

Weeks 16-20

Prepare for your national certification exam, get certified, and work with your dedicated coach to find an externship and then a full-time job.

NHA CCMA Exam
Externship
Full-time Job

Weeks 15-17

Prepare for your national certification exam, get certified, and work with your dedicated coach to find an externship and then a full-time job.

NHA CCMA Exam
Externship
Full-time Job

At-Home Clinical Kit Included

Get hands-on clinical practice from home — your kit includes everything you need to learn by doing.
Everything you need to practice clinical skills from home
Live demos, self-paced labs, and graded assignments
Included with your tuition — no extra cost

Job Outlook for Medical Assistants in Nevada

Medical assistants in Nevada have a positive job outlook. As of May 2023, there were 7,550 medical assisting jobs in Nevada, or 5.09 for every 1,000 jobs in the state.

Nevada cities with the highest number of medical assistants are:

  • Las Vegas: 5,780
  • Reno: 1,160
  • Carson City: 200

Medical assistants in Nevada earn a decent salary, with a median salary of $39,916 per year, or $19.19 per hour.

Nationally, medical assisting is one of the fastest-growing fields. Job opportunities for medical assistants are expected to increase by 12% between 2024 and 2034. That’s four times the rate of other jobs in the US.

This high demand means certified medical assistants should be able to find a job more easily and may be able to negotiate for higher starting wages.

NHA CCMA Certification

7,550

# of Jobs in Nevada as of May 2023
Medical Assistant job placement support

+12%

Job growth from 2024 to 2034
Average Pay
$
19.19
Hourly
Low
$
13
High
$
29
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You'll have two live classes per week and should plan for 90 minutes of additional daily coursework.
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You'll select one of these class times after you sign up.
*Some classes may not be available in Pennsylvania. Apply to see which schedules are available in your area.

Professional Organizations for Medical Assistants in Nevada

The American Association of Medical Assistants advances the profession by offering medical assistants trusted education, nationally recognized certification, and valuable networking opportunities.

Other national organizations that support medical assistants in their careers include:

Requirements to become a Medical Assistant in Nevada: certification & licensing

Each state has different licensing and registration requirements for its healthcare workers. Some require nearly everyone working in healthcare to register with the state, while others are much less strict. Here’s a look at the certification and licensing requirements for medical assistants in Nevada.
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Nevada Medical Assistant
certification requirements

There are no certification requirements for medical assistants in Nevada. However, 96% of employers require or encourage certification for their medical assistants. A certification, such as the CCMA, which you’ll test for after completing our Nevada Medical Assistant Training Program, shows employers that you are trained to do all the tasks commonly done by medical assistants.

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Nevada Medical Assistant
license requirements

Medical assistants in Nevada do not need a license to work with patients. They work under the supervision of a licensed physician or nurse, who is responsible for delegating safe and appropriate tasks.

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