Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Join the Ever-Growing Health Care Field with this Short-Term Certification Program

Take this 140-hour program with an 80-hour externship and learn the duties of the medical assistant, including taking medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the physician. Clinical Medical Assistants collect laboratory specimens and perform basic laboratory tests, instruct patients about special diets, prepare and administer medications, draw blood, prepare patients for x-rays, take electrocardiograms, and change dressings. Students who successfully complete the program will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national examination. Available at Scarlet Oaks.

As part of this program, 100% in-class attendance is required, and you are required to participate in an 80-hour clinical externship.

Learn more about a typical career in this field!

* Please note: This program is not eligible for Pell Grant or Stafford Loans (FAFSA). Please click here to view other types of assistance. 

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Download the admission packet here! 

Enrollment Requirements:

• BCI and FBI background check*

• WorkKeys® testing* (must achieve a level 4 or higher)
  • More WorkKeys® information can be found here
• Copy of high school diploma or HSE
• Physical exam*
• Two-step TB test*
• Immunization record (MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B 3-dose series, COVID vaccination)
• Drug screen* (due after class starts)
• Flu Shot*
• Updated resume (due after class starts)
• CPR (offered during class)*

*May be additional cost

Ready to Enroll?

• Watch the information session video or attend an in-person Info Session
• Fill out the application here
• Print admission packet above and complete requirements listed for your program
• Submit completed program requirements to Scarlet Oaks
• Register for class with full payment or funding
  • Review funding options here 

 Questions?

•  Phone number 513.961.4220
• Email HPA@greatoaks.com

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant program is offered at Great Oaks by Condensed Curriculum International (CCI). Since 1993, CCI has supported schools in communities nationwide with educational programs focused on healthcare and other in-demand disciplines.