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At Utah Career College, we focus on providing students in our Medical Assistant programs with practical, high-value skills. As graduates, they are prepared to sit for national Medical Assistant Certification exams and other certification tests, earning credentials that verify their skills. Contact us for detailed information.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam
A required course in the Medical Assistant Associate degree program and the Medical Assistant Diploma program at UCC is MA280, CMA Review. The course reviews clinical skills and professional development issues covered during previous coursework, and provides an opportunity to renew DPR-PR certification.
The CMA review prepares students to sit for the CMA (AAMA) Certified Medical Assistant exam offered by the AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants). When a student passes the exam, he or she will be entitled to use the CMA (AAMA) professional national credential.
Other certifications for medical assistants
Radiography Technologist Certification
Medical assistant graduates may also choose to sit for the ARRT Limited Scope Radiography Technologist certification exam, and upon passing may apply to the Utah State Department of Occupational and Professional Licensing for licensure as Radiology Practical Technicians.
Coding, MEDISOFT, Phlebotomy, CPR certification
Upon successful completion of required Medical Assistant courses, students receive or are prepared to sit for exams leading to a MEDISOFT Certificate, a Certificate of Entry Level Proficiency in Coding, a Certificate of Entry Level Proficiency/Phlebotomy and a Professional Rescuer Level CPR Certification.
A Medical assistant degree or diploma supported by certifications
Our training is practical and career-oriented; our placement rates are high. When you assemble your resume, you will be able to present prospective employers with a medical assistant degree or diploma supported by national certifications — an impressive record of your skills and accomplishments. As you near graduation from a Medical Assistant program at UCC, a representative of the Career Services Department will provide personal assistance with your job search.
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Please contact UCC Admissions for more information about medical assistant certification exam preparation and careers in medical assisting. A representative will be happy to answer your questions, arrange a campus tour and help you with all administrative details. We offer the programs at campus locations in West Jordan (south of Salt Lake City Center), Layton and Orem.