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Medical Assistant Training Program - NIMAA

The National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA) is a nonprofit education institute that trains Medical Assistants to work effectively in today’s high-performing primary care settings. Students gain hands-on learning in leading primary care clinics, including Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center.

We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2026 Cohort! Begin your career as a Medical Assistant with our accredited, hands-on training program.

Application Period:
  • March 18, 2026 - May 27, 2026
  • Applications will be available on the NIMAA website: www.nimaa.edu
Early Admissions Application Deadline: April 22, 2026
Application Deadline: May 27, 2026

Program Dates: September 2, 2026 - April 28, 2027

Virtual Information Session:
Learn more about the program, admissions process, and training experience by attending a virtual information session.

Register Here:

https://nimaa.zohodesk.com/portal/en/kb/articles/virtual-informational-sessions#Fall_2026_Cohort_Sessions__Click_the_linked_date_to_register_for_the_session_ahead_of_time

February
  1. Thursday, February 19th at 4:30pm MT/6:30pm ET
March
  1. Tuesday, March 3rd at 4:30pm MT/6:30pm ET
  2. Tuesday, March 17th at 5:00pm MT/7:00pm ET
  3. Thursday, March 26th at 4:30pm MT/6:30pm ET
April
  1. Thursday, April 7th at 4:00pm MT/6:00pm ET
  2. Tuesday, April 21st at 5:00pm MT/7:00pm ET
May
  1. Wednesday, May 6th at 4:00pm MT/ 6:00pm ET
  2. Thursday, May 21st at 4:30pm MT/ 6:30pm ET

FAQ
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Program Contact
Anna Padeken, RN

NIMAA Program Coordinator and Site Facilitator
Email: APadeken@wcchc.com
Phone: (808) 697-3331

COHORT CYCLES
Spring - March to October
Fall - September to April

TUITION & FEES
Tuition $7,502
Books & Materials $540
Other Costs -
Credentialing Exam and Study Materials		 $220
TOTAL $8,262

GRADUATION RATE 91%

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