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NREMT → CCMA Bridge Course (June and July 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.
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
Session Time: All dates run 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
6/25, 6/26, 7/13, 7/15, 7/16, 7/17, 7/18
Students will be required to complete 24 hours of skills experiences between 6/26 and 7/13
Location: To be announced
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.
- Documentation of vaccinations (including Covid-19), physical exam, background check, and drug screen (as applicable).
- Attendance: Must attend all listed course dates.
Tuition & Fees
- Total Tuition: $1,250
- Background check, drug screen, and immunization tracking: $150 (if required by partners)
- Textbook & Learning Resources: Included
- NHA CCMA Exam Fee: 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.