Clinical Medical Assistant
Begin your journey in healthcare as a clinical medical assistant. This certificate program equips you with the skills needed to support physicians and healthcare teams, becoming an integral part of patient care.
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Overview
This online program prepares learners to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical aspects of a medical office. Instruction includes preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, pharmacology, taking and documenting vital signs, technical aspects of phlebotomy, the 12-lead EKG and the cardiac life cycle. The Clinical Medical Assisting certification course prepares learners to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical aspects of a medical office.
After completing this program, learners will have the option to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), which is the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam essential for entry-level employment.
Course Lenght
4-6 Months
Time Commitment
15-20 hours/week
Tuition
$4000
*For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.
Regional Data (Ohio)
A clinical medical assistant in the state of Ohio can earn an average of $37,560 per year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
How Much Does a Clinical Medical
Assistant Certificate Cost?
We believe higher education should be accessible to everyone. You can choose to pay in full or enroll in a convenient payment plan. Connect with an admissions counselor to explore the payment options available to you.
Total cost of program
$4,000*
Is This Certificate Right For Me?
Do you have a keen interest in healthcare and an innate drive to help others?
Are you searching for a career path that lets you join the workforce in a relatively short amount of time?
Are you eager to acquire hands-on skills and apply them in a healthcare environment?
Can you thrive in a dynamic setting, where adaptability and quick thinking are key?
Does the idea of working collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals excite you?
Are you meticulous, with a knack for working with data, managing records or handling administrative tasks?
Careers Path
This Program is a Great Fit For
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Working Adults
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Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
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Recent High School Graduates
Why Choose Us
If you are looking to take the next step towards a fulfilling career, here’s how Tiffin works for you.
Fully Online Learning
Online learning means you can relieve the stress of having to attend a physical school at a specific time. With self-paced courses you will have the flexibility you need to complete your assignments on your schedule.
Accelerated Learning
We’re invested in helping you to get the skills, experience and support you need to get ahead, without spending extra time in school. That’s why we offer accelerated certificate programs with on-demand year-round courses, which enables you to complete your program quickly.