East Central College · Union, Missouri

Associate Degree in Medical Assistant at East Central College

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What Should You Know About Associate Degree in Medical Assistant at East Central College?

Associate Degree in Medical Assistant is a medical assisting associate degree at East Central College in Union, Missouri. Cost: $157 per credit, 2026-27. The program names the CMA (AAMA) exam.

Cost
$157per credit, 2026-27
Prepares for
  • CMAAAMA

How Associate Degree in Medical Assistant Works

Credential
Associate degree
Schedule
Day and evening

Admission and Certification at East Central College

Certification
Eligible for the CMA (AAMA) exam

What East Central College's Medical Assisting Associate Degree Costs

Tuition (school's wording)
$157 per credit hour tuition for in-district students (Tier 1)2026-27. Source: eastcentral.edu, reviewed October 12, 2026.

From eastcentral.edu, reviewed October 12, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.

Is Associate Degree in Medical Assistant at East Central College Accredited?

It isn't on the CAAHEP or ABHES lists captured October 12, 2026. Graduates can still sit the RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA) or NCMA (NCCT) exams, which accept other education routes.

How the CMA, RMA, CCMA and NCMA exams differ

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Associate Degree in Medical Assistant at East Central College: Common Questions

How Much Does Associate Degree in Medical Assistant at East Central College Cost?

$157 per credit hour tuition for in-district students (Tier 1) (2026-27).

Is Associate Degree in Medical Assistant at East Central College Accredited?

It isn't on the CAAHEP or ABHES lists captured October 12, 2026. Graduates can still sit the RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA) or NCMA (NCCT) exams, which accept other education routes.

Which Certification Exams Does Associate Degree in Medical Assistant Prepare You For?

The program's page names the CMA (AAMA).

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Sources

  1. eastcentral.edu: Associate Degree in Medical Assistant program page, reviewed October 12, 2026
  2. CAAHEP, accredited medical assisting programs, captured October 12, 2026

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