Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Prepare for a fast-paced healthcare career assisting with patients' exams, EKGs, lab testing, and patient care. Includes CPR/ First Aid and eligibility for the NHA CCMA exam. Certifying Entity: National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Description
This program is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple healthcare settings. Medical assistants with a clinical background perform various clinical tasks including assisting with the administration of medications and with minor procedures, performing an EKG electrocardiogram, obtaining laboratory specimens for testing, patient education and other related tasks. Job opportunities are prevalent with physician's offices, clinics, chiropractic offices, hospitals and outpatient facilities. Upon completion of the course, students will have the opportunity to sit for the National Healthcareer Association Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam.
Prerequisites
None