CCMA + Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

1. Course Objective:

Description: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) + Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) (Course Code GES182) — 12 Months, 674 hours. CIP 51.0801 (Medical/Clinical Assistant); O*NET-SOC 31-9092 (Medical Assistants).

Medical assistants play a vital role in ambulatory care settings, performing both administrative and clinical tasks under the supervision of healthcare providers. With the healthcare industry rapidly expanding, now is the perfect time to step into this rewarding profession. This online National Healthcareer Association (NHA) course bundle combines clinical medical assistant certification (CCMA) with certified electronic health records specialist certification (CEHRS) to equip you with the essential skills and credentials needed to compete for one of the over 112,000 job openings projected each year through 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The Medical Terminology course component introduces key concepts of medical language and human anatomy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of body systems in health and disease. The curriculum covers topics such as the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and immune systems, along with mental health and special senses, with exams at the midterm and final stages. Students with prior knowledge can optionally test out of the Medical Terminology content component by achieving a minimum score of 80%, to replace this course content if desired.

Funding Disclaimer: For Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded students, please consult with your funding source representative before taking advantage of the Medical Terminology test-out feature. Different funding programs may have specific requirements and/or restrictions. If you attempt the test-out feature(s) in the Medical Terminology course without getting approval, your funding benefits may be jeopardized.

During your CCMA training, you will review how medical law, ethics, and HIPAA rules factor into a clinical medical assistant's work—preparing you for roles alongside medical providers performing clinical and administrative duties. Learn to use scheduling systems, facilitate patient check-in and check-out, assess medical records, administer injections, measure vital signs, maintain equipment and supplies, and more.

The electronic health records (EHR) training component will train you in EHR systems and prepare you for EHR certification. You will learn how staff members and patients interact with EHR systems, the benefits these systems provide, and the steps to implementing an electronic health record system.

The course also includes the opportunity to become CPR certified and participate in an unpaid clinical experience. Upon completion, you will be prepared to sit for the CEHRS and CCMA certification exams offered by the NHA upon eligibility. This course includes vouchers which cover the fee for the exams. However, please research your state's requirements by visiting your state's Medical Board site before enrolling to ensure this medical assistant certification course is the right fit for you.

Students intending to work in Washington state may be required to provide or request an official transcript from the school they are enrolled with to qualify for employment as a Medical Assistant – Certified. This Certified Clinical Medical Assistant course does not meet state requirements for students intending to work in South Carolina, effective July 15th, 2026. Certification exams offered by NHA are only available online to candidates located in the US.

Clinical Experience: The course also includes an opportunity to participate in a clinical experience. To qualify for the clinical experience application process, students must successfully complete the online course and ensure their account balances are current (at a minimum). It is important to note that ed2go cannot guarantee placement at any clinical site, and students must take full responsibility for fulfilling their clinical requirements. However, our affiliated partnerships can increase the likelihood of finding a site that matches student needs. Students can begin researching the steps of the application process two weeks before completing courses.

Please note that students in Washington state will be required to participate in a 180-hour clinical experience to qualify for employment as a Medical Assistant – Certified.

Competencies to be achieved: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Define word parts that make up most medical terms—roots, prefixes, and suffixes


• Explain the functions of the various body systems


• Identify diagnoses, procedures, and treatments common to each body system


• Understand common medical abbreviations and acronyms


• Recognize the importance of accuracy in spelling and pronunciation of medical terms


• Gain administrative and clinical skills to function as a vital member of a healthcare team in an ambulatory setting


• Obtain an understanding of ethical behavior and therapeutic communication


• Review the importance of protecting the privacy of patient information, a first impression, and maintaining a safe office environment


• Discuss the various administrative and clinical job duties of a medical assistant


• Learn to manage patient visits, arrange follow-up care, and issue prescriptions


• Keep track of vital information such as patient allergies and medications


• Understand how to best read and interpret health records


• Discover how to communicate with patients and report public health information


• Recognize the importance of professional certification

 2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student, including testing, licensure):

Total Cost includes testing, licensure: Yes or No: Yes

$ 5,295.00 — tuition includes all instructional materials, digital textbooks, and the certification exam voucher(s). There are no additional costs to the student.

3. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if the cost of books is included in tuition):

All instructional materials are included in the cost of enrollment. The following textbooks are required for the program:

• Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook)


• Medical Assisting: Administrative & Clinical Competencies (eBook)


• Workbook to Accompany Medical Assisting: Administrative & Clinical Competencies (eBook)

 4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):

MOSS 4.0 simulated electronic health record software — access code provided by the instructor.

CPR certification is included in the course.

Technology requirements: students must have access to a PC, Mac, or Chromebook with internet access, the latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox (Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible), Microsoft Word Online, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and a personal email account.

5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:

Name: Alex Garcia, Portfolio Operations Analyst, ASU Learning Enterprise

Email: ajgarc40@asu.edu

Phone number: (202) 975-7078 Ext. 57078

6. Direct Website link to the program:

https://careertraining.careercatalyst.asu.edu/training-programs/certified_clinical_medical_assistant_and_certified_electronic_health_records_specialist/

7. Additional information:

Admission Requirements: There are no prerequisites to take these courses. In order to sit for the national certification exams, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Certification exams offered by NHA are only available online to candidates located in the US. Notice to Washington State Students - Certification & Education Requirements: This Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) course meets the requirements for Pathway 1B for the Medical Assistant‑Certified (MA‑C) credential under Washington State law. To practice as a Medical Assistant‑Certified (MA‑C) in Washington, the state requires successful completion of a national certification exam (such as the NHA CCMA) and completion of Pathway 1B training requirements.

Background check requirements licensing/credential: No background check is required for admission to the program or to sit for the certification exam administered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Industry Standard background check requirements/restrictions for working in the occupation: Employers in healthcare and clinical settings typically require a criminal background check, drug screening, and immunization/TB verification prior to employment or clinical placement. Requirements vary by employer and by state.

Other requirements needed:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

PC: Windows 8 or later.

Mac: macOS 12 or later.

Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.

Microsoft Word Online

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

State Requirements:

This program does not meet the educational requirements to apply for professional licensure or certification in the states of South Carolina, effective July 15th, 2026. Students intending to work in Washington state may be required to provide or request an official transcript from the school they are enrolled with to qualify for employment as a Medical Assistant – Certified.

Each state's licensure or certification authority is responsible for establishing the requirements for professional licensure or certification in its state. Completing this program does not guarantee professional licensure or certification. Eligibility may also depend on factors like work experience, professional examinations, passing a background check, and other criteria. Students are encouraged to contact the appropriate state licensing authority to confirm the requirements for licensure or a certificate in the state where they live, work, or intend to live or work.

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites to take these courses.

8. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)

Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)

Yes or No: Yes — this program prepares the student to test for the following industry-recognized credential(s): Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS), administered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: National Healthcareer Association (NHA) — Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)

Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)

Yes or No: Yes

Career Pathway (Explain): The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) credentials are part of a sequence in which each credential builds on the one before it, expanding scope of practice and earning potential. Clinical ladder: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), then CCMA with CEHRS, then Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), then Registered Nurse (RN). Health information ladder: CEHRS, then Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), then Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). Career examples: (1) a clinical Medical Assistant (O*NET-SOC 31-9092) advances to Licensed Practical Nurse (O*NET-SOC 29-2061) and then Registered Nurse (O*NET-SOC 29-1141); (2) a CEHRS holder moves into a Medical Records Specialist role (O*NET-SOC 29-2072) and then into health information management (O*NET-SOC 11-9111); (3) a CCMA adds the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) or Certified EKG Technician (CET) credential and advances to lead or supervising Medical Assistant. The ACE college-credit recommendations for these examinations are 5 semester hours for the CCMA and 2 semester hours for the CEHRS. American Council on Education (ACE) credit recommendations are advisory; acceptance of credit is determined by the receiving institution.

Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other  industries/companies)

Yes or No (Explain): Yes — Nationally recognized credentials. The CCMA and CEHRS certifications are issued by the National Healthcareer Association and are recognized and accepted by employers, educational institutions, and healthcare organizations nationwide.

Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)

Yes or No: No

Accrediting Agency and link to website: Not applicable — the course curriculum is not accredited. The certification is awarded by National Healthcareer Association (NHA) upon successful completion of the certification examination.

9. Job Placement:

Does this program offer job placement services? (Yes/No): No

If yes, please explain what support a student can receive to obtain employment upon training completion:

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