Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

What does a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant do?

A certified clinical medical assistant (CCMA) is a multi-skilled allied healthcare professional who specializes in procedures commonly performed in the ambulatory health care setting. CCMAs perform clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Where can a Certified Clinical Medical Assistants Work?

CCMAs typically work in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices.  Whether you want to work in a doctor’s office or a large hospital system, becoming a CCMA with NHA shows that you are knowledgeable and ready to be a valued member of a healthcare team.

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Common duties of a certified clinical medical assistant include administrative and clinical tasks like:

  • Checking patients in and out upon arrival and departure
  • Answering phone calls and questions
  • Assisting providers with exams and procedures
  • Administering injections or medications
  • Working in the electronic health record (EHR)
  • Performing EKG, phlebotomy, and laboratory procedures
  • Taking patient vital signs

CCMA Course Calendar

CCMA classes will be held on Wednesdays for 18 weeks, beginning Wednesday Oct. 18th

Class times

Wednesdays 9:30 am – 2:30 pm

View the CCMA evening and weekend course here

CCMA Tuition, Fees and Program Requirements

Tuition for the CCMA program is $900 and includes all classroom materials.  The NHA exam fee is $160 and are not included in the tuition cost. A high school diploma or GED is required to take this course.

Financial Aide Eligibility

Need-based scholarships are available.  All program applicants will be given an opportunity to indicate their need for financial aide during the application process.

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Related healthcare certification programs

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Limited License Radiologic Technician (LRT)

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Course Information
  • Course Id: CCMA
  • Days: Wednesdays
  • Timings: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
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