Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA

Pre-requisition:

• at least 18yrs old (or a Senior in High School)
• Valid Government Issue ID (i.e. Driver's License or Passport)
• High School Diploma or GED (while we do not need a physical copy, most employers will request this document)
• BLS/CPR Certified (Do you need certification or has your certification expired?  Click here to register for our next class: BLS/CPR)

What is a Clinical Medical Assistant?

Medical assistants are allied healthcare professionals who are responsible for various clinical and/or administrative duties. They perform clinical functions including but not limited to direct patient care and preparation, ECG, phlebotomy, and pharmacology while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality. They may also perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, bookkeeping, and billing and insurance processing. 

What's the difference between a Clinical Medical Assistant and a Medical Administrative Assistant?

Clinical Medical Assistants primarily deal with clinical procedures and patient care, while Medical Administrative Assistants oversee organizational tasks, such as scheduling, managing records, and checking in patients.  

How much can a Clinical Medical Assistant make?

Medical assistants can earn up to $37,052 per year, or $17.81 per hour on average, Location, education, and experience impacts how much a clinical medical assistant can expect to make 

The healthcare field offers one of the leading areas of opportunities for career growth today. Within healthcare, medical assistants are among the most in-demand professionals

What does the Clinical Medical Assistant Program consist of?

- This 18-week program offers students entry level CAAHEP and ABHES competencies training in preparation of taking the National Certification Exam. The program prepares you for a rewarding career in health care, shaping you to be an integral part of a dynamic, health-centered team. 

 - Students train under the supervision of a licensed instructor, learning to take vital signs, intravenous blood draws and perform other diverse skills. You will also learn to handle administrative duties including scheduling appointments, billing, maintaining patient records, processing insurance claims and even ordering medical supplies. 

Does this program offer Externship?

Our Clinical Medical Assistant program has an optional 2-4 weeks of hands-on externship opportunities per instructors discretion. During this extended clinical experience, students have the chance to apply their classroom and lab training in real employment conditions. Under the supervision of a Clinical Instructor, this opportunity allows students to gain invaluable practical experience and further refine their skills.  Additional requirements may be needed to be eligible for this part of the program. 

DRESS CODE : A dress code is required for this program.  You are required to purchase and wear the approved color (royal blue) scrubs/uniform to each class and Hands-on training workshops. Closed toe shoes, not sandals are to be worn. You may purchase a white lab coat/jacket, but a disposable lab coat/jacket will be provided and should be always worn during clinicals/hands-on labs. 

Medical Assistant Program Outline:

Part  1  The Clinical Medical Assistant

• Unit  One  Fundamentals of Clinical Medical Assisting
•   Nutrition and Wellness
•   Medical Asepsis and Infection Control
•   Medical History and Patient Assessment
•   Anthropometric Measurements and Vital Signs
•   Assisting with the Physical Examination
•   Sterilization and Surgical Instruments
•   Assisting with Minor Office Surgery
•   Pharmacology
•   Preparing and Administering Medications
•   Diagnostic Imaging
•   Medical Office Emergencies
•   Disaster Preparedness and the Medical Assistant
• Unit  Two  Clinical Duties Related to Medical Specialties
•   Dermatology
•   Orthopedics
•   Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology
•   Pulmonary Medicine
•   Cardiology
•   Gastroenterology
•   Neurology
•   Urology
•   Obstetrics and Genecology
•   Endocrinology
•   Pediatrics
•   Geriatrics

Part  2  The Clinical Laboratory

• Unit  Three  Fundamentals of Laboratory Procedures
•   Introduction to the Physician Office Laboratory
•   Phlebotomy
•   Hematology
•   Clinical Chemistry
•   Microbiology and Immunology
•   Urinalysis

Part 3 Anatomy and Physiology

Where is the program held?

We are located in Panama City, Florida.  

Our physical address is: 

2211 Hwy 77 Suite 203 B, 

Lynn Haven, FL. 32444

Can I take this program online?

Unfortunately, this program is not currently offered as a Hybrid or Online program.  Due to the extent and variety of skills and knowledge taught, this program provides a solid foundation for the key skills and procedures at the heart of Medical Assisting practice!

Is this program a Certificate of Completion or National Certification program?

Both!

Upon completion and passing the program, you will receive a Certificate of Completion for the program and will have the opportunity to take the national Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Exam (CCMA). The price of the exam is included.

Note: The healthcare environment thrives on professionalism, precision and dedication to patient welfare. Medical assistant certification may be required for many jobs. Earning a CCMA establishes a medical assistant as a caring, responsible professional who has undergone a study and assessment program to validate their credentials. 

Which National CCMA Certification does this program offer?

This program is designed to prepare students to successfully pass the CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) certification exams. Our curriculum is aligned with the standards set by both the National Performance Specialists (NPS) and the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). By completing this program, students will be well-equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to pass these certification exams and become certified Medical Assistants.  

Do you offer a Payment Plan?

Yes!

See "Payment Options"

This program includes books & materials, study questions, certified medical assistant/instructor, and hands-on training