Clinical Medical Assistant ( CMA)

Become a Clinical Medical Assistant

的 Clinical Medical Assistant Program is a comprehensive course that will teach students the knowledge and skills to assist a physician in various aspects of health care. CMAs assist with medical procedures, perform basic lab tests, administer medications, implement treatments, and explain basic care to patients.

ACC's Clinical Medical Assistant program offers a comprehensive learning experience through classroom instruction followed by an off-site externship.  专为忙碌人士设计 adults, classes are held in the evenings.

的 CMA program includes 144 hours of classroom lecture.  General topics in the program 包括: 

  • basic anatomy and physiology;
  • 医学术语;
  • basic medical diseases, proper communication, documentation &
  • procedures for working with patients;
  • 伤口护理;
  • 基本急救;
  • 样本收集;
  • basic pharmacology and medication administration;
  • basic patient education protocol;
  • 如何获取心电图;
  • customer service and resume writing

的 ACC CMA program is open to any person at least 18-years-old at the start of the course, along with the following requirements:  

  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Be able to effectively communicate orally and in-writing with English
  • Have a basic understanding of computers and access to email
  • Be physically able to stand for prolonged periods and maneuver in limited spaces
  • Be able to push/pull/lift 50+ pounds
  • 参观  CEWD Healthcare page for the 观点筛选 and the application process, which will require:
    • Pass a criminal background check
    • Be current in health care vaccinations
    • CEWD Physical form completed
    • 有电流 CPR /劳工统计局 认证
    • Read and understand HB1508 requirements for the licensing path

  • Click here to apply for admission into the program
    • Select "Clinical Med Asst Application" under Topic Code.
  • 的 观点筛选 process must be complete before registering for classes.
  • A member of CEWD will contact you with your next steps for registration into the program.   
  • Payment in full is due at the time of registration.

 

必修课程 及课程说明

Students will learn how to assist with routine and specialty office examinations. Students will learn the skills needed in the clinical medical assisting profession including, patient rooming, vital signs, collecting and testing specimen, EKG, proper techniques and safety concepts when administering oral and injectable medications, and the daily operations of the medical office. Must enroll simultaneously in CEMDCA 1013 Medical Terminology Internet course. Must pass both CEMDCA 1017 and CEMDCA 1013 with a grade of 75 or higher to enroll in CEMDCA 1060 (校外实习 course).

在线 Medical Terminology class will include the study and practical application of a medical vocabulary system. This course will also cover essential anatomy to give the student a better understanding of the terminology they are learning. 它将包括 body systems, structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots and combining forms. 先决条件: Medical Terminology course is required for either the Medical Administrative Assistant program or the Clinical Medical Assistant program. 高中文凭/普通教育文凭成绩单. 教科书 要求.

Some externship sites may require Drug Screens, an additional Background Check or preparation prior to externship at their facility. 的 student will be responsible for these costs associated with the externship requirements and are not included in the current externship tuition because the requirements will differ from site to site. 

After successfully passing the classroom component of the two courses, students will be assigned to an externship site to complete 160 hours working along side a practicing medical assistant or nurse to hone new found skills.  Student work with the instructor for proper placement at a location preferable to the student when possible. 在成功 completion of the CMA program, students may take the NCMA Exam to become a Nationally Certified Medical Assistant. Students must register and pass two courses prior to registering for the 校外实习. All courses must be completed with a grade of 75% or higher to receive a certificate.

 

即将到来的课程

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日期
房间
教练
2001年第1005号 1/16/24-5/10/24 在线     S. 纳尔逊
Cemdca 1017 01 1/17/24-5/15/24 下午6时至9时 MW H108 S. 弓箭手
校外实习 5/13/24 - 8/9/24 TBD      

 

 

的 approximate cost of the CMA program is $4,000 and does not include 观点筛选, physical exam, books, licensing exam, supplies or scrubs.  学费 and fees are subject 改变.