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The growth that is being reported by the latest data from bls.gov shows that medical assistant training programs in Maryland are going to be aggressively looking to fill their classes with qualified students. Get more information about the certification process below with our latest resource.

How to become a medical assistant in Maryland

The state of Maryland does not require certification for work eligibility but most employers do in most cases want their MAs to be certified. The state of Maryland then recognizes the national certifications listed at the link here.

See the Full process for becoming a medical assistant in Maryland

To become a medical assistant in Maryland you must follow the steps listed below:

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Step 1 – Make the decision to either be certified or not in Maryland as a Medical Assistant

Being certified as a medical assistant is not mandated by the state of Maryland to be employed as a medical assistant in the state of Maryland. But that being said, it is something you should really consider for a few good reasons. First is the chance at higher pay. Second is the better chance at getting a job. Third is the career growth opportunities it will give you down the road.

Step 2 – Do you want to get your associate’s degree or get a certificate?

If you want to become a certified medical assistant in the great state of Maryland, you must finish an associates degree program or earn a certificate in medical assisting.
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Step 3 – Enroll in to an Accredited Program for Medical Assisting in Maryland

As previously mentioned above, medical assistant education in Maryland is governed by numerous organizations including the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). To become eligible to test for certification, you will need to first finish a program that is sanctioned by one of these bodies. The full list of approved programs in Maryland for medical assisting is below.

Accredited medical assistant programs in Maryland

Allegany College of Maryland – Medical Assisting Program
12401 Willowbrook Rd, SE Cumberland, MD 21502-2559
Status: Continuing
Initial Accreditation Date: 3/11/2005
Degrees: Associate
Program Director: Lisa A Rocks MEd, RRT, CCMA(NHA)
Phone: (301) 784-5319
lrocks@allegany.edu
www.allegany.edu

Anne Arundel Community College – Medical Assisting Program
101 College Parkway Florestano 226 Arnold, MD 21012-1895
Status: Continuing
Initial Accreditation Date: 10/20/2000
Degrees: Certificate
Program Director: Tracey Lloyd MEd., RN, RMA (AMT), CAHI
Phone: (410) 777-7239
tllloyd@aacc.edu
www.aacc.edu

Cecil College – Medical Assisting Program
1 Seahawk Dr North East, MD 21901-1900
Status: Continuing
Initial Accreditation Date: 9/16/2005
Degrees: Certificate
Program Director: Tricia Evans BS, RMA (AMT), CPT, CVT
Phone: (443) 674-1551
blev7419@cecil.edu
www.cecil.edu

Community College of Baltimore County-Essex Campus – Medical Assisting Program
7201 Rossville Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21237-3855
Satellite Locations/Multiple Campuses
Hunt Valley, MD , Randallstown, MD
Status: Initial
Initial Accreditation Date: 1/21/2016
Degrees: Certificate
Program Outcomes
Program Director: Donna M Rowan RMA, MATL
Phone: (443) 840-2028
drowan@ccbcmd.edu
www.ccbcmd.edu

Harford Community College – Medical Assisting Program
401 Thomas Run Road Bel Air, MD 21015
Status: Continuing
Initial Accreditation Date: 1/20/2011
Degrees: Certificate
Program Director: Lisbeth Paige O’Neill CMA (AAMA), AS, RN, CPT
Phone: (443) 412-2738
poneill@harford.edu
www.harford.edu

Fortis Institute (Towson)
700 York Road Towson, Maryland 21204
ABHES ID#: I-254
Phone: (410) 337-5155
Fax: (410) 337-5104
Classroom Space:
111 Allegheny Avenue Towson, Maryland 21204
Medical Assisting – Diploma (Residential)
Medical Office Administration – Diploma (Residential)
Medical Office Assisting – Certificate (Residential)
Initial Year Accredited: 1999
Currently Accredited Through: February 28, 2019
Contact Details: Mr. Sean London, Campus President
Email: slondon@edaff.com
www.fortis.edu-Towson

Step 4 – Complete all your hours of clinical training in Maryland

After completing your accredited training to be a medical assistant in Maryland you are close to completing your journey. But you must finish your clinical training hours too.

These mandated hours have to be satisfied before you can be permitted to sit for any certification exams.

Step 5 – Pass Maryland Medical Assistant Certification Test

In the State of Maryland, you’ll be required to pass one of the nationally-recognized tests for medical assistant certification. To get more detailed information about what is on the test, how to prepare for the test and more, see our great resource here.

Medical assistant salary and jobs in Maryland

In Maryland, demand is very high for medical assistants. Whereas the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects to find a 26% growth in Maryland. Below you will find a record of the major cities in Maryland and additional information on medical assistant salary by area and county.
LocationPay TypeLowMedianHigh
United StatesHourly$10.99$15.17$21.78
Yearly$22,870$31,540$45,310
MarylandHourly$12.12$16.26$22.96
Yearly$25,210$33,810$47,760
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan DivisionHourly$12.11$17.17$24.08
Yearly$25,190$35,710$50,090
Baltimore-Towson, MD MSAHourly$12.44$16.32$22.60
Yearly$25,870$33,950$47,010
Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan DivisionHourly$11.79$15.86$20.30
Yearly$24,520$33,000$42,230
Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV MSAHourly$10.49$14.60$18.87
Yearly$21,820$30,370$39,250
Salisbury, MD MSAHourly$11.05$14.47$19.60
Yearly$22,980$30,100$40,780
Cumberland, MD-WV MSAHourly$10.24$14.18$21.26
Yearly$21,300$29,480$44,230
Upper Eastern Shore BOSHourly$10.48$13.65$19.64
Yearly$21,800$28,400$40,840
Garrett County (BOS)Hourly$9.89$12.84$18.31
Yearly$20,570$26,710$38,070

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