In celebration of Medical Assistant Recognition Week, we have gathered valuable resources and resume samples specifically for our Medical Assistant students and alumni! Explore our latest curated blogs and webinars designed to support your career development at our Virtual Career Center.

We also encourage you to connect with your assigned Career Services Advisor to develop a tailored career plan, receive personalized feedback on your updated resume, or seek assistance in your job search.

Here is our Career Resource Guide that you can use to help build your resume. You can always reach out to your assigned Career Services Advisor for further resume assistance!

Check out these LinkedIn Learning courses to understand more about becoming a Medical Assistant! Looking to join a group on social media to further your industry knowledge? Check out the LinkedIn Medical Assistant Group page you can join and begin chatting with professionals like yourself!

Medical Assistant Career Outlook

Medical Assistant Career Video

National Healthcare Association has partnered with South University to give our Medical Assisting students the resources they need to be successful in their career.

Here are two of those resources, the NHA Job Board and the NHA Career Advice Board.

Various online resources for Medical Assistants.


Looking to learn more about the healthcare industry as a whole? The Bureau of Labor Statistics can provide you with an in depth look at the market in your area!


WDBs are part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce. Select your state in the dropdown to review all the local workforce development job boards in your area.


For roles in healthcare, credentials may be required. Employers are searching for candidates with up-to-date knowledge to best suit the company. Healthcare certifications help to demonstrate that a candidate has mastery of a particular technology or practice. Click the link above to view the different certifications available in medical assisting.


Looking to learn more about yourself and the perfect career fit? Check out this assessment test to help you better understand the career pathway for you.