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Online Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Certification Training

Open the door to a career as a Medical Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant or Medical Administrative and Medical Secretary

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This nationally recognized certification is issued by the National
Healthcareer Association

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National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

National Healthcareer Association (NHA) is one of the nation’s largest allied health certification providers. Since 1989, the NHA has helped thousands of schools across the nation produce better professionals and better program outcomes. Individuals who pass their certification exam will be recognized as Nationally Certified Healthcare professionals and will earn credentials to use with their name, a certification ID card and a certificate. To be eligible to earn an NHA certification, a candidate must possess a high school diploma or the equivalent and be at least 18 years of age.

CCMA Certification Details

Earning the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA Certification), nationally accredited through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), can help you stand out in the world of medical assistants. The Medical Assistant certification program ensures you’re prepared for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification exam and allows you to join the workforce with an advantage. Check out our blog post to learn more about what you can do with a Medical Assistant certification.

**PLEASE NOTE: This CCMA Certification program is NOT available to students who plan to work in the state of Washington. Many states have licensing or certification requirements for those performing the role of a Medical Assistant. This MedCerts program is aligned with and/or prepares candidates for certification or licensure in each state except Washington.

**PLEASE NOTE: This CCMA Certification program is NOT available to students who plan to work in the state of Washington. Many states have licensing or certification requirements for those performing the role of a Medical Assistant. This MedCerts program is aligned with and/or prepares candidates for certification or licensure in each state except Washington.

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CCMA Certification Skills Gained

CCMA Certification Career Pathways

CCMA Certification Skills Gained

  • Understand basic human anatomy, utilize medical terminology and responsible communication in the healthcare facility
  • Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws as they apply to patient information
  • Comprehend the use of Diagnosis and Procedure codes and employ Electronic Health Records and related Practice Management
  • Recognize the importance of infection control and environmental safety in general, specialty and surgical practices
  • Gain an understanding of the laboratory, specimen collection techniques, cardiopulmonary testing, pharmacology and medication administration
  • Administer medications and assist with minor procedures
  • Record vital signs, take medical histories and prepare patients and rooms for examinations
  • Handle laboratory specimens and provide patient education

CCMA Certification Career Pathways

Medical Assistant

Clinical Medical Assistants are multi-skilled allied healthcare professionals who may administer medications, assist with minor procedures, record vital signs, take medical histories, prepare patients and rooms for examinations, handle laboratory specimens, and provide patient education. Medical Assistants may also perform administrative tasks as requested.

$21,000 – $42,000*

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Clinical Medical Assistant

Clinical Medical Assistants are multi-skilled allied healthcare professionals who may administer medications, assist with minor procedures, record vital signs, take medical histories, prepare patients and rooms for examinations, handle laboratory specimens, and provide patient education. Medical Assistants may also perform administrative tasks as requested.

$24,000 – $46,000

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Medical Administrative and Medical Secretary

Supports physician staff by screening and sorting mail, documents and telephone calls; schedules appointments and arranges refferals; bills patients and third-party payers; transcribes dictations; prepares medical reports, patient histories, manuscripts and more.

$24,000 – $49,000

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Patient Centered Care Coordinator

A patient centered care coordinator may work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, dental offices, clinics, specialty care centers and nursing facilities. They develop and coordinate patient care programs, manage and prepare public relations information, manage human resources and patient care, and handle patient case management.

$30,000 – $72,000

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