The Garden State — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 4,200+ job openings. $38K 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 New Jersey employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across New Jersey and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in New Jersey earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $32K - $52K.
Most New Jersey 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 New Jersey.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to New Jersey employers immediately.
New Jersey has excellent advancement options: Rutgers School of Nursing, UMDNJ programs, and numerous community college nursing programs for LPN/RN. PA programs at Rutgers, Seton Hall, and Monmouth. Medical schools at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson and Rowan for MD/DO pathway. MA experience provides invaluable patient care hours for competitive applications.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in New Jersey.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in New Jersey.
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in New Jersey.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify