Medical Assistant Certificate

Prepare for an in-demand role in healthcare with Youngstown State University’s Medical Assistant Certificate Program in Steubenville. Designed for students who want hands-on experience, flexible coursework, and a quick path to employment, this program gets you workforce-ready in just two semesters. 

Graduate Career-Ready

Hands-On Learning from Day One: In-person lab experiences start at the beginning of the fall term and continue weekly throughout the program.

Embedded Practicum Experience: During the spring term, students complete hands-on practicum hours in medical offices, working directly alongside medical assistants.

Industry-Recognized Training: Graduates complete the program with all core medical assisting skills and are prepared to sit for the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam through the American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Flexible & Convenient Format:

• Most courses offered online
• In-person labs and practicum close to home in Steubenville
• Ideal for working adults and career changers