Medical Assistant Apprenticeship
This program combines on-the-job training with online coursework to prepare participants to take the national certification exam. Under this program, individuals work as MA apprentices for approximately one year, during which they complete 2,000 hours of on-the-job training while also progressing in online coursework.
As they complete required on-the-job hours, apprentices observe, practice and achieve mastery of core MA skills under the direction of a supervisor or apprenticeship coach. Throughout the year, apprentices also complete online coursework and skills labs outside of work to supplement and support on-the-job learning. Participants are registered with the state as MA apprentices and satisfy all requirements as outlined in state program standards.
The program includes:
- 2,000 hours of on-the-job training (paid, full-time work)
- 434 hours of online coursework, estimated at 10 hours per week (outside of work hours/unpaid)
- Three in-person lab days for skills practice related to online coursework
- Preparation for the national certification exam
- All training materials/supplies and national certification exam registration
Once they complete the program, graduated apprentices apply for state licensure and open medical assistant-certified (MA-C) positions. Passage of the Seattle Children’s medication administration math test is required to begin work as an MA-C. Seattle Children's will cover the costs of the apprenticeship program with the expectation that apprentices will move into MA-C positions and work at Seattle Children's for at least one year following completion of the program.
New cohorts will run two to four times per year. Once a cohort is opened for applications, the position will be placed on the career center. Before applying, please be sure to carefully review all the information on this page.
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