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Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)

American Association of Medical Assistants

Certification

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This course will focus on the skills and knowledge required to safely perform intravenous (IV) initiation and discontinuation. The training will ensure that participants are well-equipped to provide high-quality, safe care within their scope of practice and in compliance with state laws.

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Online

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This course will focus on the skills and knowledge required to safely perform intravenous (IV) initiation and discontinuation. The training will ensure that participants are well-equipped to provide high-quality, safe care within their scope of practice and in compliance with state laws.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements

Be a student or graduate of a medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES); Be previously certified as a CMA (AAMA); Be a medical assisting educator who has completed a minimum of 1,000 hours in a postsecondary medical assisting program that is part of an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or Meet the requirements of the Alternative Pathway.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Measure and document vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, and pulse oximetry for patients across the lifespan
  • Conduct patient intake interviews and document comprehensive medical histories using proper medical terminology and documentation standards
  • Perform patient wellness assessments and screenings for conditions including cancer, STIs, domestic violence, depression, and substance use
  • Process and communicate provider orders including patient education on medications, nutrition, home monitoring, and mobility equipment
  • Apply standard precautions, infection control practices, and medical asepsis techniques to maintain a safe clinical environment
  • Respond to workplace emergencies and administer basic first aid for a broad range of medical conditions and injuries
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Medical Assistants31-9092.00
  • Medical Records Specialists29-2072.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Patient medical histories and vital statistics — gather and document accurately with minimal oversight using clinic EHR systems in a busy ambulatory care environment.
  • Examination rooms and procedure trays — set up independently for a variety of routine patient visits, applying knowledge of physician preferences and exam types.
  • Patients with diverse needs — interview, prioritize, and prepare for physician encounters by applying active listening and social perceptiveness in a multi-provider practice.
  • Clinical instruments and materials — hand to physicians during routine examinations and minor procedures, anticipating needs based on familiarity with common workflows.
  • Injections and suture removals — perform under established standing orders, applying learned clinical technique with appropriate attention to patient safety.
  • Specimen collection and preparation workflows — manage independently, ensuring proper labeling, logging, and timely transport to laboratory services.
  • Treatment instructions, medication details, and dietary guidance — explain to patients with varying health literacy levels using clear verbal and written communication.
  • Medical software and billing platforms — use routinely to support accurate coding, invoicing, and administrative documentation in a clinical office setting.
  • Sterilization and instrument-management cycles — monitor and document to ensure ongoing compliance with infection-control standards across a full clinic day.
  • Time and patient flow — coordinate across multiple examination rooms by applying scheduling awareness and organizational skills in a high-volume practice.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
64%
Placement Rate
96%