Certified Medical Assistant

CCMA Clock Hour Distribution:

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Program Schedule Option

Admission Requirements:

1. Fill out an Application either online or in person.
2. Complete the Enrollment Agreement in person or electronically.
3. Minimum age: 18 Years.
4. High School Diploma, GED, or another Equivalency, or higher.
5. Current Government-issued Photo ID: e.g., driver’s license, passport, military card, green card, work authorization card, or tribal card.
6. Social Security Card or replacement letter from the Social Security Administration’s office.
7. Criminal Background Screening. (Offered at MedNoc for a cost of $35.00).
8. Tuberculin (TB) Skin Test (PPD Test). (Offered at MedNoc for a cost of $35.00).
9. Current BLS from American Heart Association required. (Offered at MedNoc for a cost of $60.00).
10. Drug Test. (Offered at MedNoc for a cost of $50.00).
11. During Flu Season, a Flu shot record may be required before attending clinical.

***NOTE: Some clinical sites may require additional requirements such as drug screens, immunization records, flu shots during flu season, or wearing a mask at the clinical site. The school will inform you if any of these items are required on the day of enrollment.

CCMA Learning Objectives:

1. Medical Office Administration:
        a. Proficiency in scheduling patient appointments, managing medical billing and coding, and processing insurance claims.
        b. Mastery of electronic health records (EHR) management and other administrative software.
2. Clinical Procedures:
        a. Competence in taking patient histories, measuring vital signs, and preparing patients for examinations.
        b. Ability to assist healthcare providers with minor surgical procedures and other clinical tasks.
3. Laboratory Skills:
        a. Skills in collecting and processing laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and other samples.
        b. Understanding of basic laboratory tests and procedures, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
4. Phlebotomy Training:
        a. Proficiency in venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques for blood collection.
        b. Proper handling, labeling, and transportation of blood specimens.
5. Patient Care:
        a. Techniques for administering medications, performing EKGs, and providing wound care under supervision.
        b. Understanding of patient care principles and the ability to provide compassionate care.
6. Infection Control and Safety:
        a. Knowledge of infection control practices and safety protocols to protect patients and healthcare workers.
        b. Implementation of standard precautions and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
7. Medical Terminology and Anatomy:
        a. Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and the ability to use it effectively in a healthcare setting.
        b. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology to understand patient conditions and treatment.
8. Professionalism and Ethics:
        a. Emphasis on maintaining professionalism, effective communication, and ethical behavior in all interactions.
        b. Understanding the importance of patient confidentiality and informed consent.
9. Legal and Ethical Responsibilities:
        a. Knowledge of legal aspects of medical assisting, including patient rights and healthcare laws.
        b. Ability to make ethical decisions and handle sensitive situations with integrity.
10. Patient Interaction and Communication:
         a. Development of effective communication skills to interact with patients, healthcare providers, and colleagues.
         b. Techniques for educating patients about medical procedures and health maintenance.
11. Emergency Procedures:
         a. Preparedness to respond to medical emergencies and provide basic life support (BLS).
         b. Knowledge of first aid and CPR techniques.
12. Certification Exam Preparation:
         a. Thorough review of key concepts and practice tests to prepare for the CCMA certification exam.
         b. Strategies for successful exam performance.

NATIONAL CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION:
After completing the Clinical Medical Assistant training, the Student must take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), a National Certification Exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The Exam will be offered at MTC.

NHA Certification for Medical Assistant Exam Eligibility
     ✓ Must be 18 years of age.
     ✓ Possess a high school diploma or GED/high school equivalency.
     ✓ Completed a medical assistant training or education program within the last 5 years.

NHA CCMA EXAM Details:
     • 150 scored questions total, of which 30 are pretest questions.
     • Exam time: 3 hours
     • Pass: 390 out of 500 is a passing score in a scaled scoring system