Western Technical College · La Crosse, Wisconsin

Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College

DiplomaHybridCAAHEP-accreditedCMA (AAMA) eligible

What Should You Know About Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College?

Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma is a medical assisting diploma at Western Technical College in La Crosse, Wisconsin, offered hybrid. It takes one academic year (24 credits). Cost: $4,243 total. It is CAAHEP-accredited, so graduates are eligible for the CMA (AAMA) exam.

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Cost
$4,243published total
Credits
24
Prepares for
  • RMAAMT
  • CCMANHA

How Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma Works

Credential
Diploma
Format
Hybrid
Length
One academic year
Hours or credits
24 credits
Start dates
Fall

Admission and Certification at Western Technical College

Admission requirements
High school diploma or GED/HSED; technical standards; background check and immunization portal
Certification
Prepares for roles including Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and Registered Medical Assistant

What Western Technical College's Medical Assisting Diploma Costs

Tuition (school's wording)
$4,243 estimated cost (tuition and basic fees)Source: westerntc.edu, reviewed October 12, 2026.
Published total
$4,243The school's own program total. Books, uniforms and exam fees may be extra.

Work out what the Western Technical College diploma costs you after aid

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

How Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma Compares

  • Its published total of $4,243 is below the median of $17,215 across 304 priced diploma programs on this site (15th lowest).
  • It is one of 99 CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited diploma programs on this site.

Is Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College Accredited?

Accredited by CAAHEP on the recommendation of MAERB (CAAHEP directory, October 12, 2026), so graduates meet the standard education route for the CMA (AAMA) exam.

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Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College: Common Questions

How Much Does Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College Cost?

$4,243 estimated cost (tuition and basic fees).

How Long Is Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College?

One academic year, 24 credits, according to the school's program page.

Is Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College Accredited?

Accredited by CAAHEP on the recommendation of MAERB (CAAHEP directory, October 12, 2026), so graduates meet the standard education route for the CMA (AAMA) exam.

Which Certification Exams Does Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma Prepare You For?

The program's page names the RMA (AMT) and CCMA (NHA). Because it is accredited, graduates meet the AAMA's standard route to the CMA (AAMA).

Can You Take Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma at Western Technical College Online?

Partly. It is hybrid: coursework online, with labs and the externship in person.

What Do You Need to Apply to Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma?

High school diploma or GED/HSED; technical standards; background check and immunization portal.

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Sources

  1. westerntc.edu: Clinical Medical Assistant Technical Diploma program page, reviewed October 12, 2026
  2. CAAHEP, accredited medical assisting programs, captured October 12, 2026

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