Army Credentialing Assistance (Army CA) makes it easier to lay the groundwork and earn civilian certifications. If you have military medical, leadership or technical skills, the Army Credentialing Assistance Program (ACAP) can help you build on those by fully funding short-term healthcare certifications through MedCerts.
Here are some of the most in-demand healthcare certifications you can earn with ACAP, many of which align with common Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) classifications.
1. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
The CCMA is one of the most versatile and in-demand roles in healthcare. CCMAs provide hands-on care in a variety of settings, performing crucial tasks such as taking vital signs, administering injections and collecting specimens. They also handle a variety of administrative duties, from preparing exam rooms to updating records.
MedCerts prepares students for the CCMA exam through a structured online medical assisting program that students can complete in as little as 28 weeks. It’s an ideal pathway for soldiers with direct patient experience, including 68W Combat Medics and 68C Practical Nursing Specialists.
2. Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)
The CPCT credential is another high-potential option for soldiers with direct combat medic or patient care experience. CPCTs provide essential patient support and perform basic diagnostic procedures, including blood draws, electrocardiography (EKG) tests and vital sign monitoring.
This in-demand role offers opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities and rehabilitation settings nationwide. MedCerts’s complete Patient Care Technician pathway covers multiple skill components, preparing students for the credentialing exam in 24 weeks or more.
3. Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
If you’re looking for a shorter training timeline, consider MedCerts’ Phlebotomy Technician pathway. Ideal for soldiers with exposure to medical settings, phlebotomy builds on core military strengths, including procedural discipline, interpersonal communication and attention to detail. It’s a strong entry-level role with opportunities in labs, clinics, hospitals and blood donation centers nationwide.
4. NASM Personal Trainer
The Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) credential from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) is an ideal career entry point for soldiers with a strong interest in fitness. Personal trainers work with clients one-on-one and in groups. They serve in a variety of settings, including gyms, corporate fitness centers and private homes.
CPTs help clients achieve their fitness goals by developing customized training programs, teaching exercise skills and evaluating progress. MedCerts’ NASM Personal Trainer program helps clients prepare for the CPT exam in 14 weeks.
5. Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Medical billing and coding specialists can work in different locations across healthcare organizations, including hospitals, clinics and health insurance companies. The job requires accuracy, attention to detail, pattern recognition and strong analytical skills, all of which many soldiers develop during their years of service.
MedCerts’ Medical Billing Specialist program prepares learners for the CBCS exam and other billing-related pathways. It’s a strong option for soldiers who enjoy administrative tasks and want a remote-friendly, stable career in healthcare.
Your interest or experience in healthcare can be the stepping stone to healthcare certifications that pay well. Talk to a MedCerts career advisor today to learn more.
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