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MAA Certification in California

Launch your medical administrative career in The Golden State. Free training, $850 total cost, remote work opportunities. Join 18,500+ MAA professionals across California.

$50K
Avg Salary
18,500+
CA Jobs
$850
Total Cost
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How to Get MAA Certified in California

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Sign up online in 5 minutes. No application fee, no credit check, no FAFSA required.

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Complete 80 hours of self-paced coursework. Most finish in 8-12 weeks.

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Finish coursework and practice exams. Pay only when ready.

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Take AMCA MAAC exam online. 100 questions, 70% to pass.

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California MAA Salary by Experience

California MAAs earn 11% above the national average, with strong opportunities in San Francisco Bay Area. View BLS data.

$50K
Entry Level
0-2 years experience
$65K
Mid-Career
2-5 years experience
$92K
Experienced
5-10 years experience
$108K+
Senior/Management
10+ years experience

California Regional Salary Variations

San Francisco Bay Area $55K - $105K
Los Angeles Metro $48K - $92K
San Diego $46K - $88K

AMCA MAAC Certification Details

The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC) is nationally recognized by employers throughout California.

Exam Format

  • 100 multiple-choice questions
  • 2-hour time limit
  • 70% passing score (70/100)
  • Online proctored testing

Exam Topics

  • Medical terminology & anatomy
  • Medical billing & coding (CPT, ICD)
  • EHR systems & documentation
  • HIPAA compliance & ethics

Certification Benefits

  • Nationally recognized credential
  • Preferred by CA employers
  • Higher starting salary potential
  • Career advancement opportunities

Top California MAA Employers

California's largest healthcare systems employ 520000+ administrative professionals.

Kaiser Permanente

183,000+

California's largest private employer with 40 hospitals and 618+ medical offices. Nation's largest managed care organization serving 12.7 million members.

1 Kaiser Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612

Sutter Health

53,000+

Northern California's largest healthcare provider with 24 hospitals and over 200 clinics serving communities from the Bay Area to Hawaii.

2200 River Plaza Drive, Sacramento, CA 95833

Dignity Health

62,000+

Part of CommonSpirit Health with 39 hospitals in California, one of the nation's largest health systems providing compassionate care.

185 Berry Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

UCLA Health

26,000+

Ranked #1 hospital in California and #3 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. World-renowned academic medical center in Los Angeles.

757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Academic Medical Center

Premier academic medical center in Los Angeles with extensive research programs and teaching affiliations.

8700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048

UC San Diego Health

Teaching Hospital

Academic health system and primary teaching hospital for UC San Diego School of Medicine with Level I trauma center.

200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103

MAA Certification in Nearby States

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Arizona

Phoenix metro healthcare sector rapidly expanding.

Nevada

Las Vegas and Reno healthcare markets growing.

Oregon

Portland healthcare systems offer strong opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA certification in California

How much do MAAs earn in California?
California MAAs earn $50K average annually, which is 11% above the national average. Entry-level positions start at $50K, mid-career reaches $65K, and experienced MAAs can earn $92K or more. The San Francisco Bay Area offers the highest salaries, ranging from $55K - $105K.
Is MAA certification required in California?
California does not legally mandate MAA certification. However, employers strongly prefer AMCA-certified candidates. Major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and Dignity Health prioritize certified applicants for administrative positions.
How much does MAA certification cost?
EHired's program is free to enroll and learn. The total program cost is $850 when you're ready to complete, which includes AMCA MAAC exam registration. This is significantly less than traditional programs costing $3,000-$5,000.
How long does MAA certification take?
Most students complete the self-paced program in 8-12 weeks studying 10-15 hours per week. The AMCA MAAC exam is 100 questions with a 2-hour time limit. A 70% passing score is required. You have up to 6 months to complete the program.
Can I work remotely as an MAA in California?
Yes! Many MAA positions offer remote or hybrid options, especially in medical billing, insurance verification, telemedicine support, and EHR management. California's proximity to major metro areas expands remote opportunities significantly. Insurance companies and billing services commonly offer fully remote positions.
What are the top MAA employers in California?
Top employers include Kaiser Permanente (183,000+), Sutter Health (53,000+), Dignity Health (62,000+), UCLA Health (26,000+), Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and UC San Diego Health. Combined, these systems employ over 520000+ administrative staff across California.

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