CMA Course
Schedule

No two days are ever the same – which is exactly why our students love this career! Your day typically balances patient care and clinical administration. You might start your day preparing exam rooms and reviewing patient charts.  Some common tasks include rooming patients, taking vital signs, drawing blood for labs, giving immunizations, updating electronic health record (EHR), and assisting providers with minor procedures. 

After you register, we’ll send a detailed checklist – but here’s a quick preview of what most students need for our hybrid Certified Medical Assistant program in Des Moines:

Medical Assistant Student Supply List:

• Scrubs for in-person lab sessions and externship
• Stethoscope – essential for taking vital signs
• Watch with a second hand for accurate pulse and respiration timing
• Binder, pens, pencils, and highlighters plus blank flashcards for studying
• Penlight used for pupil checks during clinical scenarios

Clipboards are handy for keeping forms and vital sign sheets organized during practice labs

We’ll make sure you’re fully prepared without unnecessary purchases – and we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Cost Breakdown:

• Program Tuition – $3,400
• Online Education Fees – $125
• Laboratory Fees – $250
• National Exam Fee – $170

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      All-In Cost:    $3,945

Additional Expenses:
While the majority of your training is covered by tuition, you should plan for some basic out-of-pocket items, including:

• Scrubs for lab sessions
• Stethoscope
• Binder, pens, pencils, highlighters, and
• Optional tools like a clipboard and penlight

We’ll send you a full supply list after registration – and we keep it simple, affordable, and focused on what really matters.