UAB Medicine
Academic Medical Center
1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
University of Alabama at Birmingham is Alabama's largest employer. Top-ranked academic medical center with extensive ambulatory network. Major MA employer across Birmingham.
The Heart of Dixie — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 1,800+ job openings. $32K average salary.
The Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) from the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized credential that validates your clinical and administrative skills for Alabama employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across Alabama and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in Alabama earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $26K - $42K.
Most Alabama healthcare employers prefer or require CMAC, CMA, or RMA certification for clinical MA roles.
Complete EHired's free, self-paced Clinical Medical Assistant training program. Covers clinical skills, administrative procedures, medical terminology, and exam preparation.
If you have prior clinical MA experience, you may qualify to challenge the CMAC exam directly. New to healthcare? Complete a self-managed 100-hour externship.
When ready, register for and pass the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant Certification exam. Computer-based testing available at locations throughout Alabama.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to Alabama employers immediately.
Alabama has strong nursing programs at UAB, Auburn, and University of Alabama. PA programs at UAB, Samford, and University of South Alabama. UAB School of Medicine for MD pathway. Community colleges offer affordable LPN programs statewide. MA experience provides patient care hours valued by all programs.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in Alabama.
Academic Medical Center
1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
University of Alabama at Birmingham is Alabama's largest employer. Top-ranked academic medical center with extensive ambulatory network. Major MA employer across Birmingham.
Health System
810 St Vincent's Dr, Birmingham, AL 35205
Catholic health system serving Birmingham and central Alabama. Multiple hospitals and clinics with consistent MA hiring.
Health System
101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
North Alabama's largest health system. Huntsville's growth driving healthcare expansion. Multiple ambulatory sites.
Health System
2105 E South Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36116
Serves Montgomery and central Alabama. Baptist Medical Center flagship with regional ambulatory network.
Health System
809 University Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Tuscaloosa-based health system serving west Alabama. DCH Regional Medical Center is flagship facility.
Health System
5 Mobile Infirmary Cir, Mobile, AL 36607
Infirmary Health serves Mobile and Gulf Coast Alabama. Multiple hospitals and ambulatory clinics.
Health System
1108 Ross Clark Cir, Dothan, AL 36301
Dothan-based health system serving southeast Alabama. Regional referral center with ambulatory network.
Health System
2010 Brookwood Medical Center Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
Part of Tenet Healthcare. Serves Birmingham area with multiple hospitals and ambulatory sites.
Urgent Care Chain
3700 Cahaba Beach Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242
Birmingham-headquartered urgent care chain. AFC started in Alabama and has extensive state presence. Entry-level friendly.
Community Health
200 Betsy Ross Ln, Centreville, AL 35042
Federally qualified health center serving central Alabama. Multiple clinic locations.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in Alabama.
“UAB is Alabama's largest employer and they invest in their people. Started as an MA in primary care, now working in cardiology with tuition assistance for nursing school.”
Marcus J.
CMAC Certified Success
Birmingham
UAB Career Track
“Left teaching at 28 for healthcare. Huntsville Hospital trained me well. The city is booming with NASA and tech - great place to build a career.”
Ashley R.
Certification Changed My Career
Huntsville
Huntsville Hospital MA
“Southeast Health gave me a chance with no experience. Completed my externship there and got hired. Lower cost of living means my salary goes far.”
Tyler M.
From Training to Certified
Dothan
Southeast Health
“Mobile has beach vibes and real healthcare careers. Infirmary Health has been great - now I'm training to be a lead MA.”
Jennifer K.
Certified and Employed
Mobile
Mobile Infirmary
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in Alabama.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify