NREMT to Certified Medical Assistant

Course for already certified EMTs
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When
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Where

2120 L St NW, Suite 530

Washington, DC 20037

Contacts

202-241-2958

gwtrainingcenter [at] mfa [dot] gwu [dot] edu (gwtrainingcenter[at]mfa[dot]gwu[dot]edu)

From NREMT to CCMA

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.