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Medical Assistant Training in Georgia

Free online training • 5,800+ job openings • $34K average salary

5,800+

Job Openings

$34K

Avg Salary

8%

Job Growth

11.0M

Population

Start free with EHired Open Access Education. Build real-world clinical skills—vital signs, patient intake, infection control, fundamental and EKG overviews—then explore externships, jobs, and, upon completing requirements, the ability to challenge the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant (CMAC) certification.

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✓ Free enrollment + self-paced
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✓ AMCA CMAC challenge support

Who this training is for

Ideal for candidates with prior clinical experience who want a structured path to AMCA certification without repeating basics they already know.

New to healthcare? You're welcome to enroll, but be aware: if you have no prior clinical experience, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship on your own to satisfy the program's practical component and prepare for the certification exam.

⚠️ Externship Disclaimer

EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. All externships are self-managed. You are responsible for identifying and securing your own externship site. EHired provides Georgia-specific resources to help you find opportunities, but placement is not guaranteed.

Open Access = Zero Tuition

EHired removes tuition barriers so you can explore healthcare training free. Pay only if you choose to register for a third-party certification exam.

Skills First, Not Just Test Prep

Train for real clinical workflows. When ready, you can challenge the AMCA CMAC certification once you complete requirements—our course is not presented merely as test prep.

Externships & Jobs

Use our state resources to identify externship options and entry-level roles while you study, so you can build experience.

Georgia Medical Assistant Salary & Career Ladder

Medical Assistant is your entry point into healthcare. From here, you can advance to nursing, PA, or even medical school.

Entry Point

Medical Assistant

$34K

$27K - $45K

Next Step

LPN / RN

$70K

$54K - $88K

Advanced

BSN / MSN

$85K

$70K - $105K

Top Tier

PA / NP

$115K

$100K - $135K

Georgia has excellent nursing programs at Emory, Georgia State, UGA, and Kennesaw State. PA programs at Emory, Mercer, and Augusta University. Medical schools at Emory, Morehouse, MCG at Augusta, and Mercer. Technical colleges offer affordable LPN programs statewide. MA experience provides patient care foundation for all advancement pathways.

What You'll Learn

Our Medical Assistant curriculum prepares you for the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant Coordinator (CMAC) certification exam.

1Patient Care Fundamentals

  • • Patient intake and registration
  • • Vital signs measurement (BP, pulse, temp, resp)
  • • Medical history documentation
  • • Patient positioning and preparation

2Clinical Procedures

  • • EKG/ECG basics
  • • Specimen collection
  • • Basic wound care
  • • Assisting with examinations

3Medical Knowledge

  • • Medical terminology
  • • Anatomy and physiology basics
  • • Pharmacology fundamentals
  • • Disease processes overview

4Administrative Skills

  • • Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • • Appointment scheduling
  • • Insurance and billing basics
  • • Medical office procedures

5Safety & Compliance

  • • HIPAA compliance
  • • Infection control
  • • OSHA standards
  • • Medical ethics

6Professional Skills

  • • Patient communication
  • • Team collaboration
  • • Time management
  • • Professional demeanor

🎓 Certification Pathway

Upon completing your training, you'll be prepared to challenge the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant Coordinator (CMAC) certification exam — a nationally recognized credential accepted by employers in Georgia and across all 50 states.

Top Georgia Employers Hiring Medical Assistants

These healthcare organizations actively recruit certified Medical Assistants

Emory Healthcare

Academic Health System

1364 Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30322

Georgia's premier academic medical center. CDC partnership and top-ranked hospitals. Premium MA employer with research environment.

Piedmont Healthcare

Health System

1968 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30309

Major Atlanta and Georgia presence. Piedmont Atlanta flagship with facilities across the state. Extensive ambulatory MA opportunities.

WellStar Health System

Health System

793 Sawyer Rd, Marietta, GA 30062

Metro Atlanta's largest by beds. 11 hospitals across north Georgia with extensive ambulatory network. Consistent MA hiring.

Northside Hospital

Health System

1000 Johnson Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342

Atlanta-based system known for women's services. Delivers more babies than any US hospital. Growing ambulatory presence.

Grady Health System

Public Health System

80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30303

Atlanta's safety-net hospital and Emory/Morehouse affiliate. Level I trauma with diverse patient population. Urban medicine experience.

Augusta University Health

Academic Medical Center

1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912

Medical College of Georgia affiliate. Augusta-based with Georgia's only public medical school. Academic environment.

Northeast Georgia Health System

Health System

743 Spring St NE, Gainesville, GA 30501

Serves northeast Georgia from Gainesville. Growing system with community focus and ambulatory expansion.

Memorial Health

Health System

4700 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA 31404

HCA-affiliated serving Savannah and coastal Georgia. Memorial University Medical Center is regional hub.

Tanner Health System

Health System

705 Dixie St, Carrollton, GA 30117

Serves west Georgia and east Alabama. Carrollton-based with community hospital approach.

Peachtree Immediate Care

Urgent Care Chain

Various Atlanta Metro Locations

Northside Hospital-affiliated urgent care network. Metro Atlanta presence with consistent MA hiring.

Georgia Success Stories

“Emory is Georgia's premier health system. Working near the CDC is fascinating - we see cases from everywhere. Academic environment with research opportunities.”

Jake T.

Emory Healthcare Excellence

Atlanta

Emory Healthcare

“Piedmont is growing fast across Georgia. Started at a suburban clinic, now at Piedmont Atlanta. They paid for my certification and support career growth.”

Sarah M.

Piedmont Career Growth

Atlanta

Piedmont Healthcare

“Grady is Atlanta's safety net - we serve everyone. Level I trauma means you see everything. Best clinical education possible. Now applying to Morehouse nursing.”

Mike R.

Grady Health Experience

Atlanta

Grady to Nursing

“Memorial Health serves beautiful Savannah. Historic city with beach access and affordable living compared to Atlanta. Southern charm with solid healthcare career.”

Emily K.

Savannah Coastal Life

Savannah

Memorial Savannah

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medical Assistant training really free in Georgia?
Yes. EHired offers free MA training to all Georgia residents. You pay nothing to enroll or learn — no credit card, no FAFSA, no cosigners, no loans. The only payment is $1,500 when you feel ready and only if you wish to pursue AMCA MA certification.
How much do Medical Assistants make in Georgia?
Georgia Medical Assistants earn $34K on average. Entry-level positions start around $27K, with experienced MAs earning up to $45K. The career ladder extends to LPN/RN ($70K), BSN/MSN ($85K), PA ($115K), and MD/DO ($220K+).
Do I need clinical experience to start MA training?
No prior experience is required to enroll. However, if you are new to healthcare, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship to build hands-on clinical confidence. EHired does not arrange externships — students are responsible for securing their own clinical experiences.
Is Atlanta or other Georgia cities better for MA careers?
Atlanta has the most opportunities - Emory, Piedmont, WellStar, Northside, and Grady all hire consistently. But Augusta (AU Health), Savannah (Memorial), Columbus, and Macon have regional systems with lower competition. Cost of living outside Atlanta is significantly lower while salaries remain competitive.
What is the job outlook for Medical Assistants in Georgia?
Strong. Medical Assistant positions are projected to grow 8% through 2034. Georgia has 5,800+ current MA job openings. Healthcare is recession-resistant with consistent demand across physician practices, clinics, urgent care centers, and hospital outpatient departments.
Can I advance from MA to higher healthcare roles in Georgia?
Georgia has excellent nursing programs at Emory, Georgia State, UGA, and Kennesaw State. PA programs at Emory, Mercer, and Augusta University. Medical schools at Emory, Morehouse, MCG at Augusta, and Mercer. Technical colleges offer affordable LPN programs statewide. MA experience provides patient care foundation for all advancement pathways.
What does a Medical Assistant do?
CMAs support healthcare providers with patient intake, vital signs, medical history documentation, assisting with examinations, basic wound care, specimen collection, EKG procedures, medication administration (non-IV), and front-office coordination. Duties vary by setting — physician offices, urgent care, specialty clinics, and hospital outpatient departments.

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Important: EHired provides free online training for the AMCA CMAC certification exam. Externship placement is the student's responsibility. EHired does not guarantee job placement. Salary and job opening data are estimates based on BLS, ZipRecruiter, and state workforce data; actual figures vary.