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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in Michigan

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. Michigan has 4,500+ job openings with $45K average salary—near national average national average.

4,500+
Job Openings
$45K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
$0
Training Cost
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Warren, Sterling Heights, Lansing, Flint and throughout Michigan, managing the essential administrative functions that keep medical offices running smoothly.

Scheduling & Coordination

Manage patient appointments, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure efficient patient flow throughout Michigan medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

Verify insurance coverage, process claims, and handle billing inquiries for patients at healthcare facilities across Michigan.

Medical Records

Maintain electronic health records (EHR), ensure HIPAA compliance, and manage confidential patient information securely.

Who This Training Is For

Our free MAA training program is designed for anyone ready to start a healthcare career in Michigan—no prior experience required.

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Recent Graduates

Start your career in healthcare without additional student debt. Perfect entry point for high school and college graduates in Michigan.

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Career Changers

Your customer service, administrative, or organizational skills transfer directly to healthcare. Many MAAs in Michigan started in other fields.

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Parents Returning to Work

Flexible, self-paced training fits around family schedules. Many Michigan healthcare facilities offer family-friendly hours and benefits.

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Veterans

Military administrative and medical experience provides a strong foundation. Many Michigan healthcare employers actively recruit veterans.

Why Michigan for MAA Careers

Michigan has two major health systems—Corewell Health and Henry Ford Health—that together employ over 145000+ people. with access to Detroit metro healthcare market

150+
Hospitals Statewide

Many MAAs in Michigan's major cities started in other fields Michigan

$45K
Average MAA Salary

Michigan MAA salaries are 4% below national average. Detroit metro and Ann Arbor pay higher wages while Grand Rapids and smaller cities offer lower cost of living.

9%
Annual Job Growth

Michigan is home to major healthcare systems and growing medical facilities, creating diverse career opportunities.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for MAA positions at healthcare facilities throughout Michigan, from Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Warren, Sterling Heights, Lansing, Flint.

Administrative Skills

  • Patient scheduling and appointment management
  • Insurance verification and prior authorization
  • Medical billing and coding fundamentals
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
  • Professional communication and patient relations

Technical & Compliance

  • Medical terminology and anatomy basics
  • HIPAA privacy and security regulations
  • Healthcare office software and technology
  • Michigan-specific healthcare regulations
  • Quality assurance and documentation standards

AMCA Certification Aligned

This training program aligns with and prepares you for the AMCA Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC). The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized certifying body for healthcare professionals. Upon completing this training, you'll be prepared to sit for the MAAC exam and earn your national certification.

Your Career Path in Michigan

Michigan's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. with access to Detroit metro healthcare market

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

$45K
$45K - $58K
MID-LEVEL (2-4 YEARS)

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$56K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$78K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in Michigan

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout Detroit metro, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint.

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Hospitals

Michigan's 150+ hospitals hire continuously. Corewell (11 hospitals) and Henry (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

Beaumont Hospital, Henry Ford Health, Michigan Medicine

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Private Practices

Large health system practices serving Detroit metro and West Michigan communities.

Corewell Medical Group, Henry Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across Michigan's 83 counties.

Cherry Health, Health Department of Northwest Michigan

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across Michigan metros serving densely populated communities.

Concentra, Beaumont Urgent Care, Corewell Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving Michigan's aging population across 83 counties.

Corewell Home Health, Henry Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with Michigan operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross MI, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top Michigan Healthcare Employers

These leading healthcare organizations in Michigan regularly hire Medical Administrative Assistants.

Corewell Health

Nonprofit Health System

Michigan's largest health system formed from Beaumont and Spectrum Health merger. Operates 22 hospitals across Michigan serving millions of patients..

📍 100 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
👥 65,000+ employees

Henry Ford Health

Nonprofit Health System

Major Detroit-based health system with 5 hospitals, including Henry Ford Hospital—a Level I Trauma Center and academic medical center..

📍 1 Ford Pl, Detroit, MI 48202
👥 33,000+ employees

Michigan Medicine

Nonprofit Health System

University of Michigan's academic medical center. Nationally ranked in multiple specialties with cutting-edge research programs..

📍 1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
👥 30,000+ employees

Ascension Michigan

Nonprofit Health System

Part of national Ascension system operating multiple hospitals across Michigan including St. John Providence and Ascension Macomb-Oakland..

📍 27100 W 11 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48033
👥 18,000+ employees

Trinity Health Michigan

Academic Health System

Part of national Trinity Health system. Operates hospitals including St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor and Mercy Health facilities..

📍 20555 Victor Pkwy, Livonia, MI 48152
👥 9,000+ employees

McLaren Health Care

Public Hospital

Part of Tenet Healthcare, includes 8 hospitals in Detroit metro. Teaching partner of Wayne State University School of Medicine..

📍 4201 St Antoine, Detroit, MI 48201
👥 5,000+ employees

McLaren Health Care

Regional Health System

Michigan-based system with 14 hospitals across the state. Major employer in mid-Michigan and northern regions..

📍 G-3235 Beecher Rd, Flint, MI 48532
👥 6,000+ employees

Munson Healthcare

Regional Health System

Northern Michigan's leading healthcare provider serving Traverse City and 24 counties across northern Lower Peninsula.

📍 1215 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from Michigan

Real people who transformed their careers with EHired's free MAA training.

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Lisa T.
Grand Rapids, MI
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at Corewell

When auto jobs got shaky, I pivoted to healthcare. Corewell is stable, growing, and offers amazing benefits!

Retail to top MI health system
J
Jose L.
Ann Arbor, MI
Previously: Warehouse Worker
Now: Patient Access Rep

Henry is a great place to work. The training prepared me perfectly!

Warehouse to major hospital
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Samantha K.
Detroit, MI
Previously: Restaurant Server
Now: Medical Records Specialist

Michigan has great healthcare employers. Career mobility across facilities is incredible!

Food service to healthcare career
T
Tony M.
Lansing, MI
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

Great career in Michigan healthcare. Love the benefits and growth opportunities!

Call center to MI healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in Michigan.

Yes! Our MAA training program is completely free to enroll and participate. You only pay $850 if you choose to pursue optional certification after completing the training.

Medical Administrative Assistants in Michigan earn an average of $45,000 per year—near national average national average. Detroit metro and Ann Arbor pay highest.

Michigan has two massive health systems (Corewell and Henry) employing 145000+, major healthcare employerswith access to Detroit metro healthcare market and strong salaries.

Yes! Many Michigan healthcare employers offer remote positions for medical billing, insurance verification, and scheduling roles, especially at larger systems.

Northern MI has Henry and Michigan. Central MI has Corewell. Southern MI has Ascension, Trinity, and McLaren. All regions have strong opportunities.

You'll learn medical terminology, EHR systems including Epic, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, medical billing basics, and HIPAA compliance.

Our self-paced program typically takes 8-12 weeks to complete. Michigan's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

Important: Salary and job data are estimates based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, MI Dept. of Labor. Actual compensation varies by employer, experience, and location within Michigan. EHired provides training resources but does not guarantee employment outcomes.

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