When
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Where
2120 L Street NW, Ste. 530, Washington, DC 20037
Contacts
202-741-2958
gwtrainingcenter [at] mfa [dot] gwu [dot] edu (gwtrainingcenter[at]mfa[dot]gwu[dot]edu)
This course meets the following days from 8:30am-5:30 pm: 12/22, 12/23, 12/29, 12/30, 1/5, 1/6, 1/7, 1/8. **Note: You MUST attend all sessions to be eligible for certification.
Are you a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician looking to transition your career from emergency response to a clinical setting? Our specialized bridge course is designed to leverage your existing medical expertise, providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to become a certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA).
Why Our Program?
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Fast-Track Your Career: This accelerated course recognizes your existing medical knowledge, allowing you to quickly gain the specific skills required for a clinical environment.
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Built for NREMTs: The curriculum is tailored to bridge the gap between emergency medical services and clinical patient care, focusing on administrative tasks, phlebotomy, EKG, and more.
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Blended Learning: Our program combines 20 hours of essential academic pre-work you can complete at your own pace with hands-on, in-person training.
Program Requirements
To ensure a smooth transition and maximize your success, all applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) Certification: You must hold a current NREMT certification. Your certification must not expire before the end of the course.
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Current CPR Certification: A valid CPR card from a nationally recognized provider (e.g., American Heart Association, American Red Cross) is required.
Comprehensive Curriculum & Certification
Your enrollment includes a comprehensive textbook that covers all the essential topics needed to become a proficient CMA. Our program is specifically designed to prepare you for a nationally recognized certification exam. Upon successful completion of the course, you'll be eligible to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The cost of the exam is included in your tuition, streamlining your path from classroom to certification.
Key topics you will master include:
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Medical Terminology & Anatomy: A deeper dive into the systems and terms you'll encounter in a clinical setting.
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Clinical Skills: Master essential clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, phlebotomy, and EKG operation.
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Administrative & Legal Practices: Learn how to manage patient records, schedule appointments, and handle billing and coding while understanding HIPAA regulations.
This course meets the following days from 8:30am-5:30 pm: 12/22, 12/23, 12/29, 12/30, 1/5, 1/6, 1/7, 1/8
Ready to take the next step in your medical career? Apply now to begin your transition from the field to the clinic.
