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.