Earn Your Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) Certification
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What does it mean to earn your Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) Certification?
The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification prepares you to make sure a healthcare office runs smoothly. A CMAA certification can help you in a number of different career paths including Medical Front Office Administration Specialist and Medical Assistant. These careers are related to performing administrative tasks, which the CMAA certification proves you understand and can do competently.
Why Earn Your Certification
Earning your certification proves to employers that you are knowledgeable in all aspects of your field. Here are some key reasons why you should earn your certification:
- Competitive advantage – Show hiring managers that you have the knowledge and skills to succeed
- Skills confidence – Apply for jobs with confidence that you are trained with industry-preferred skills that will ensure you are day-one ready
- Potential for promotion – Demonstrate that you are a go-getter and would be a great candidate for advancement
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) Outcomes
This certification ensures individuals can:
- Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations, laws and ethics
- Understand the medical terminology needed in an administrative setting
- Evaluate an office’s scheduling needs and appropriately book patient services
- Properly obtain patient information including verifying insurance coverage
- Ensure that all forms are prepared correctly
- File medical records correctly
- Perform any financial or other general administrative procedures needed
Overview of the Issuing Authority
The National Health career Association (NHA) is one of the largest allied health certification providers in the nation. Since 1989, it has awarded over one million certifications and is validated and nationally recognized as providing students with the required level of knowledge to succeed in their chosen careers.
Certification Requirements
To be eligible to sit for their CMAA certification, candidates must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent and have completed a medical administrative assistant training or education program within the last five years or have at least 1 year of supervised work experience in the medical administrative assistant field within the last 3 years.
Select the right training program for your goals
Medical Assistant
Our online Medical Assistant program prepares you to perform both the clinical and administrative duties required in a medical facility. Become a valuable part of a healthcare team and make a daily positive impact on patients’ lives.
Medical Front Office Administration Specialist
Our online Medical Front Office Administration Specialist program prepares you to specialize in a variety of front office positions.
Physical Therapy Aide and Administration Specialist
Our online Physical Therapy Aide and Administration Specialist program will prepare you for an entry-level career in the healthcare field.
Meet Your Training Specialist
Your Training Specialist will help you understand your program, assist with clinical placement, and answer any questions you have! Contact your Training Specialist to learn more about your program and how to start achieving your goals.
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