Medical Assistant

We’re excited to share that our upcoming classes are now listed, but registration is not open yet. Keep an eye on our announcements, as registration will begin soon. In the meantime, feel free to browse the class offerings and plan ahead for your upcoming learning experience. We can’t wait to have you join us!

For any questions please contact jbremen@brookdalecc.edu.

Medical Assistant Certification Program

Brookdale Community College is formally recognized by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), a national credentialing organization for allied health professionals. Learn to be proficient in all aspects of a medical office through lecture, lab practice, and clinical externship.

Areas of Study: Patient interaction, overview of front desk procedures, infection control, emergency procedures, phlebotomy, minor procedures and CPR certification.

Prepare to sit for the National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

This program is 345 classroom/lab hours, 121 online hours, and 160 clinical externship hours. The exam fees are included in the course fee.

Prerequisites:

• 18 years of age or older
• Copy of high school diploma or GED

The forms to complete the following prerequisites will be emailed to you closer to the start date of class:
(Some forms are required prior to clinical)

• Copy of clear criminal background check and drug screening (additional fee)
• Copy of malpractice insurance face sheet (additional fee)
• Physical exam, documentation of immunizations, 2-step PPD, hepatitis B series, Flu vaccine & COVID-19 vaccine

Note: Navy scrubs required. 100% attendance required. An additional fee will be charged to students for class make-up hours.

Classes will be held in-person – Lincroft Campus

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
October 6 – April 21, 2026
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

(No Class November 27, December 22 – January 2, January 19)

Midterm Break
February 16 – February 20

Saturday Classes
October 25, November 22, December 13, January 24, February 28, March 28)

Off Site Clinical
April 22 – June 26, 2026 (No Clinical May 25th)

NHA Exam
TBD

Fee and code: $8,499, XMEDG 082 (includes NHA certification exam fee).
Textbook not included (Approx. $225) Click here for the Textbook and Supply list.

Questions or additional information can be obtained by forwarding any inquiries to Scott Shanes at 732-224-2011 or email sshanes@brookdalecc.edu or cpshealthcare@brookdalecc.edu 

Financial Aid is available for this program if you qualify. If you are applying for financial aid, please contact Joyce Cosentino prior to registering at jcosentino@brookdalecc.edu or 732-224-2140.

Click here to view a story that appeared on CBS News regarding our Medical Assistant program!

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Transfer Opportunities

Transfer Agreements by Academic Program: Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between Brookdale and other colleges and universities. These agreements define how the courses you complete at Brookdale will apply to your future bachelor’s degree when you transfer into a baccalaureate program.