Medical Assistant Certificate (MedCert)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

Program Synopsis Medical Assistant  

Program Location: Online

Course Objective: Description: Our robust online program includes four courses to complete your Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training: Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Professionalism in Allied Health, Clinical Medical Assisting, and Medical Office Procedures and Administration. These courses will offer you the medical knowledge, front and back-office skills, and bedside manners to properly and effectively help patients.

Upon completion of your Medical Assistant training, you are eligible for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exams, issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). MedCerts covers the cost of all exams.

With medical assistant training, potential new career opportunities include Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Chiropractor Assistant, Clinical Assistant, Doctor's Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Optometric Assistant and more! To learn more about Medical Assistant jobs, read our blog post on where Medical Assistants work.

Competencies to be achieved:
* Understand basic human anatomy and utilize medical terminology in order to effectively communicate in a healthcare facility
* Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA and CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws as they apply to patient information
* Administer medications and assist with minor procedures
* Record vital signs, take medical histories and prepare patients and rooms for examinations

Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Total Tuition: 4,000.00 (If Paid in Full)

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

MedCert Covered Materials:
* Expert-led video based training
* eBooks: Medical Office Procedures and Administration & Clinical Medical Assisting
* Competency assessments
* National Certification exam fee

Enrollment Requirements:
* High School Diploma or GED
* Web browser with internet connection
* Course registration & payment

Clinical Requirements:
* N/A

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

* The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.

WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Megan Purvis
Email:  Megan.purvis@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520-494-6417

Direct Website link to the program:
https://centralaz.medcerts.com/programs/healthcare/medical-assistant

Additional information:
* Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A
* Other requirements needed: N/A

Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):MedCerts provides students with the right to cancel their program and receive a refund, following the guidelines below. Please check your state or third-party funding policies as they may differ.

* Cancellation Period: You can cancel your program up to 21 days after the start date. To do so, submit a written cancellation notice (electronic or mailed) by the 21st day after your start date for a full 100% refund of tuition and fees.
* Material Return: To qualify for a refund, all MedCerts materials and supplies must be returned within 30 days of cancellation. You are responsible for return shipping costs. If materials aren’t received within 30 days, the refund becomes void.
* Material Handling: All returned items should be insured, tracked, and packed to prevent damage. Any copies or backups of materials must also be destroyed.
* Enrollment Termination: Upon cancellation, your enrollment with MedCerts ends, and program materials cannot be transferred to others.

Refunds will be processed within 30 days after MedCerts receives all returned items.

Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: 
Yes or No: Yes.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Stackable: 
Yes or No: Yes.
Career Pathway: Certifications are stackable, allowing healthcare professionals to start with a foundational certificate and add specialized ones over time, progressively expanding their skills and knowledge.

Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, certifications are portable across states, 
but specific requirements may vary by state.

Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: MedCerts

Credential Attainment Rate: There is no attainment rate. This is a new program, as the program progresses and participants complete their courses, this rate will change.

Program Not available to residents of the following states:  AR, LA, ND, NV, PA, RI, WA, WI

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