Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Exam
ACE ID:
ALNG-0001
Location:
NHA’s certification exams are administered at PSI (www.psiexams.com) and at NHA-approved test sites around the country, including postsecondary institutions, high schools, career colleges, and military bases.
Length:
3
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Clinical Medical Assisting I
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Administrative Medical Assisting
Description

Objective:

NHA’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification may be earned by eligible candidates who pass the CCMA exam, which is designed to assess knowledge associated with critical competencies of entry-level medical assistants. The exam is comprised of 4-option multiple choice questions (150 items, 30 pretest), with a time limit of 3 hours. To be eligible for the exam, candidates must either complete a training program or have relevant work experience. NHA does not provide qualifying training. For more information about the exam, please visit www.nhanow.com.

Skills Measured:

The skills measured in this exam include foundational knowledge and basic science; anatomy and physiology; clinical patient care; patient care coordination and education; administrative assisting; communication and customer service; and medical law and ethics.
Instruction & Assessment
Supplemental Materials