The Golden State — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 18,500+ job openings. $42K 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 California employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across California and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in California earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $35K - $58K.
Most California 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 California.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to California employers immediately.
California has the most nursing and PA programs in the nation. UC system schools (UCLA, UCSF, UC Davis, UC San Diego, UC Irvine) offer elite nursing, PA, and medical programs. CSU system has 23 campuses with nursing programs. Stanford, USC, and Loma Linda add private options. Community colleges offer affordable entry to nursing. MA experience highly valued for competitive admissions.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in California.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in California.
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in California.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify