Our hybrid campus clinical medical assistant program provides a flexible and convenient learning experience. You can take classes at our Richmond, VA campus and also study online from the comfort of your home anywhere, allowing you to balance your education with other commitments. Our program is specifically designed to prepare you for real-world scenarios, ensuring that you gain practical skills that are directly applicable in a medical office setting.

What are you going to learn?

• Clinical Procedures and Patient Care: CMAs are trained in a variety of clinical procedures, from taking vital signs (like blood pressure, temperature, and pulse) to assisting with minor surgeries. They'll learn how to prepare patients for examinations, collect and prepare laboratory specimens, and perform basic laboratory tests. Additionally, they'll be trained in techniques like phlebotomy, administering medications, and giving injections.

• Medical Terminology and Anatomy: A foundational understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology is essential for CMAs. This knowledge ensures they can effectively communicate with other healthcare professionals, understand medical records, and provide appropriate care based on a patient's condition and the physician's instructions.

• Infection Control and Safety Protocols: Patient safety is paramount. CMAs will learn about sterilization techniques, proper disposal of contaminated supplies, and the importance of maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment. They'll also be trained in the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the protocols to follow to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

• Patient Communication and Education: Building a rapport with patients and ensuring they understand their medical conditions and treatments is a vital aspect of a CMA's role. Students will learn effective communication skills, how to obtain medical histories, and how to educate patients about medications, dietary restrictions, and post-visit care instructions.

What's Included

• 12 Month Access to Online Learning Content
• Virtual Clinical Simulations
• Interactive Study Guides and Knowledge Assessments
• 3D Interactive Anatomy Simulations
• Patient Care Simulations
• Simulated Clinical Activities
• Instructor Led- AI Simulated Patient Learning
• Video Demonstrations
• Board Examination Prep and Materials

We offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers a wide range of topics, including medical records management, front office procedures, and clinical tasks. Our program prepares and approves you for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exams, a widely recognized certification in the field. With our program, you can gain the knowledge and skills needed to confidently pass the certification exam and stand out to potential employers.

Course Start Date: May 4, 2024 (Fast Track Weekend)

Projected Course End Date: May 11, 2024

Day of Week: Wednesdays (Weekly)

In-Person Campus Sessions:

• May 4, 2024 (First day of class)
• May 11, 2024
• May 18, 2024
• May 25, 2024
• June 1, 2024

Virtual Online Course Work Sessions:

Begins -May 4, 2024

Ends -June 1, 2024

The students will attend in-person sessions on the specified dates and virtual sessions on the other Thursdays between the start and end dates.

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Admission Requirements

Prospective students must be 18 years of age to apply and be admitted to the Clinical Medical Assistant Program

Program Overview

Our comprehensive and hands-on program is designed to provide aspiring clinical medical assistants with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the healthcare industry. Our students receive high-quality training from experienced instructors in a supportive learning environment.

The Program consists of

• 16 Weeks

Fundamental of Medical Assisting

This course provides a focus on clinical procedures and practices. Throughout the course, students will learn about the responsibilities and duties of medical assistants, as well as the anatomy and physiology of the human body and the importance of maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment. Students will also become familiar with the procedures and techniques used in a clinical setting, including vital signs measurement, phlebotomy, sterilization and infection control, and basic laboratory procedures. By the end of this course, students will have a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of medical assisting and the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in a clinical setting.

Fundamentals of Medical Specialties

This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the various medical specialties and subspecialties within the field of medicine. Through a combination of lectures, discussions, and case studies, students will gain a deeper understanding of the unique characteristics and responsibilities of each specialty, as well as the opportunities and challenges they present. Students will learn about the various medical specialties, including internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, emergency medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and many other

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Program Approvals

State Council of Higher Education of Virginia

National Healthcareer Association

MYCAA Scholarship (Department of Defense Approved Institution) - Military Tuition Funding Grant

Army Credentialing Assistance

AirForce COOL

WIOA- Workforce Innovative Opportunity Act

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