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Medical Assistant Training in Tennessee

Free online training • 5,400+ job openings • $34K average salary

5,400+

Job Openings

$34K

Avg Salary

8%

Job Growth

7.1M

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 Tennessee-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.

Tennessee 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

$28K - $44K

Next Step

LPN / RN

$68K

$54K - $86K

Advanced

BSN / MSN

$82K

$66K - $102K

Top Tier

PA / NP

$110K

$96K - $128K

Tennessee has nursing programs at Vanderbilt, UT, Belmont, and community colleges. PA programs at multiple institutions including Bethel, Lincoln Memorial, and Trevecca. Vanderbilt, UT, Meharry, and ETSU medical schools for MD pathway. Nashville is a healthcare industry capital. No state income tax.

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 Tennessee and across all 50 states.

Top Tennessee Employers Hiring Medical Assistants

These healthcare organizations actively recruit certified Medical Assistants

HCA Healthcare

Health System

1 Park Plaza, Nashville, TN 37203

Nation's largest for-profit health system headquartered in Nashville. TriStar network across Tennessee. 185 hospitals nationally. Major MA employer.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Academic Health System

1211 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN 37232

Elite academic medical center. Top-ranked nationally. Vanderbilt University Hospital flagship. Major Nashville employer and research leader.

Ascension Saint Thomas

Health System

4220 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205

Ascension's Tennessee presence. Saint Thomas Midtown and West hospitals. Catholic health mission with Middle Tennessee coverage.

Ballad Health

Health System

303 Med Tech Pkwy, Johnson City, TN 37604

Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia health system. Johnson City Medical Center flagship. Appalachian healthcare mission.

Regional One Health

Health System

877 Jefferson Ave, Memphis, TN 38103

Memphis public health system and Level I trauma center. Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center. Safety-net mission.

Baptist Memorial Health Care

Health System

350 N Humphreys Blvd, Memphis, TN 38120

Mid-South regional system spanning Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas. Baptist Memphis flagship. Major Memphis employer.

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

Health System

1211 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

Memphis metro health system. Methodist University Hospital and Le Bonheur Children's. Faith-based mission.

Covenant Health

Health System

100 Fort Sanders West Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37922

East Tennessee health system. Fort Sanders Regional and Methodist Medical Center. Knoxville healthcare anchor.

University of Tennessee Medical Center

Academic Medical Center

1924 Alcoa Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920

UT academic medical center and Level I trauma center. East Tennessee's regional referral center.

AFC Urgent Care Tennessee

Urgent Care Chain

Various TN Locations

Urgent care presence across Tennessee. High-volume MA positions with consistent scheduling.

Tennessee Success Stories

“Vanderbilt is elite medicine in Music City. Academic environment with incredible training. Nashville healthcare industry capital - HCA is headquartered here.”

Ashley M.

Vanderbilt Excellence

Nashville

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

“HCA is the nation's largest hospital company - headquartered right here. TriStar network means endless opportunities. No state income tax is huge.”

Marcus T.

HCA Healthcare Career

Nashville

HCA Healthcare

“Baptist Memorial serves the Mid-South. Memphis has amazing culture and BBQ. Healthcare hub for three states.”

Jennifer K.

Memphis Healthcare

Memphis

Baptist Memorial Health Care

“UT Medical Center serves East Tennessee. Knoxville has Smoky Mountains access and Vol Nation energy. Great quality of life.”

David R.

Knoxville Success

Knoxville

University of Tennessee Medical Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medical Assistant training really free in Tennessee?
Yes. EHired offers free MA training to all Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
Tennessee Medical Assistants earn $34K on average. Entry-level positions start around $28K, with experienced MAs earning up to $44K. The career ladder extends to LPN/RN ($68K), BSN/MSN ($82K), PA ($110K), 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.
Why is Nashville considered a healthcare capital?
Nashville is headquarters for HCA Healthcare (nation's largest hospital company), Community Health Systems, and dozens of healthcare corporations. 5,400+ openings statewide. Vanderbilt provides academic excellence. No state income tax. More healthcare companies per capita than any US city.
What is the job outlook for Medical Assistants in Tennessee?
Strong. Medical Assistant positions are projected to grow 8% through 2034. Tennessee has 5,400+ 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 Tennessee?
Tennessee has nursing programs at Vanderbilt, UT, Belmont, and community colleges. PA programs at multiple institutions including Bethel, Lincoln Memorial, and Trevecca. Vanderbilt, UT, Meharry, and ETSU medical schools for MD pathway. Nashville is a healthcare industry capital. No state income tax.
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.