When
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Where
GW Training Center
2120 L St NW
Suite 530
Washington, DC 20037
Contacts
202-741-2958
gwtrainingcenter [at] mfa [dot] gwu [dot] edu (gwtrainingcenter[at]mfa[dot]gwu[dot]edu)
From NREMT to CCMA
HYBRID NREMT → CCMA Bridge Course (July + August daytime)
Are you a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician looking to transition your career from emergency response to a clinical setting? This specialized bridge course leverages your existing expertise to prepare you for success as a Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA).
Attendance Requirement: You must attend all sessions listed below to be eligible for certification.
Asynchronous pre-course work is required in order to attend the in-person skills session, and will open on July 1st.
Why Our Program?
- Fast-Track Your Career: Accelerated format that recognizes your EMS background.
- Built for NREMTs: Tailored curriculum bridging EMS and clinical patient care (administrative tasks, phlebotomy, EKG, and more).
- Blended Learning: 20 hours of essential academic pre-work (self-paced) plus hands-on, in-person training.
Course Highlights
- Expert Instructors: Learn from experienced healthcare professionals.
- Hands-on Training: Practical sessions with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Certification Preparation: Curriculum aligned with national certification requirements.
- Career Opportunities: Open doors to entry-level roles with an NHA CPT certification.
Class Schedule
Class Dates: July 18, July 19, July 26, August 1, August 2, and August 9
All classes from 08:30 am to 05:30 pm.
Program Requirements
- Current NREMT Certification: Must be valid through the end of the course.
- Current CPR Certification: Accepts AHA, ARC, or other nationally recognized providers.
- Attendance: Must attend all listed course dates.
Tuition & Fees
- Total Tuition: $1,250
- Textbook & Learning Resources: Included
- NHA CCMA Exam Fee: Not included in tuition
Comprehensive Curriculum
- Medical Terminology & Anatomy: Core language and systems for ambulatory care.
- Clinical Skills: Vital signs, phlebotomy, and EKG operation.
- Administrative & Legal Practices: Patient records, scheduling, billing/coding, and HIPAA.
Ready to Apply?
Take the next step in your medical career—bridge your EMS experience into clinical practice and prepare for nationally recognized certification.