Sanford Health
Health System
801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102
Largest employer in the Dakotas. Sanford Medical Center Fargo flagship. Spans North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and beyond.
The Peace Garden State — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 520+ job openings. $36K 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 North Dakota employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across North Dakota and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in North Dakota earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $30K - $46K.
Most North Dakota 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 North Dakota.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to North Dakota employers immediately.
North Dakota has nursing programs at UND, NDSU, and state colleges. PA program at UND. UND School of Medicine for MD pathway. Low population means strong job security and less competition. Sanford Health and Essentia Health dominate the market.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in North Dakota.
Health System
801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102
Largest employer in the Dakotas. Sanford Medical Center Fargo flagship. Spans North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and beyond.
Health System
3000 32nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
Regional system spanning ND, MN, WI, and ID. Essentia Health Fargo serves eastern North Dakota.
Health System
900 E Broadway Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501
CommonSpirit Health affiliate. St. Alexius Medical Center serves Bismarck and central North Dakota.
Health System
407 3rd St SE, Minot, ND 58701
Northwestern ND health system. Trinity Hospital serves Minot and surrounding region.
Health System
1200 S Columbia Rd, Grand Forks, ND 58201
Northeastern ND health system. Altru Hospital serves Grand Forks and UND community.
Hospital
2422 20th St SW, Jamestown, ND 58401
Central ND community hospital. Serves Jamestown and Stutsman County.
Critical Access Hospital
510 8th Ave NE, Hazen, ND 58545
Rural critical access hospital. Serves Hazen and Mercer County communities.
Critical Access Hospital
516 N Main St, Watford City, ND 58854
Oil patch community hospital. Serves fast-growing Watford City and McKenzie County.
FQHC
14 W Divide St, Beulah, ND 58523
FQHC serving western North Dakota. Community health focus in rural communities.
FQHC
301 NP Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
Fargo area FQHC. Multiple clinic locations serving underserved populations.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in North Dakota.
“Sanford is the Dakotas' healthcare giant. Fargo is surprisingly vibrant with NDSU energy. Job security and advancement in a growing community.”
Katie M.
CMAC Certified Success
Fargo
Sanford Health
“CHI St. Alexius serves the capital region. Bismarck is affordable with outdoor access. North Dakota nice is real - great place to build a career.”
Jake T.
Certification Changed My Career
Bismarck
CHI St. Alexius Health
“Altru Health serves UND and Grand Forks. College town healthcare with solid career path. Fighting Hawks community is welcoming.”
Emily R.
From Training to Certified
Grand Forks
Altru Health System
“Trinity Health anchors northwest North Dakota. Minot is Magic City with genuine community. Low cost of living maximizes your salary.”
Ryan K.
Certified and Employed
Minot
Trinity Health
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in North Dakota.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify