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Does a medical assistant need to be certified?

Students in the online program will take the RMA exam during their review course – which is a requirement to pass. Herzing will pay for the exam once.

Certification is not always required, but job duties may be limited in certain states if you don’t get certified.

Even if you aren’t legally required to be certified, many employers will require certification and it will make you available for more job opportunities, better pay and greater chance for advancement.

Sitting for and passing either the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam may open many more doors to start your career as a medical assistant.

How long does it take to become a medical assistant?

How long it takes to become a medical assistant depends on what level of education you pursue. Partner with Herzing University and you can expect a range of 10 months–20 months to get your education, get certified and start looking for a medical assistant position, depending on whether you choose a diploma or degree program.

The following timelines are based on full-time status:

  • Associate degree: 20 months
  • Diploma: 10 months

After earning your degree or diploma, we recommend becoming certified as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) even if it isn’t required in your state. With a diploma/degree and a certification, you’ll be positioned well for your first job.

How does the Herzing online medical assisting program work?

The online medical assisting program (both diploma & degree) feature three main components:

  1. Online classes. Much of the coursework can be completed in the online component of the program.
  2. Clinical labs. You will be required to complete two clinical courses and meet with a proctor outside of class to ensure you are mastering key medical assisting skills.
  3. Externship. Over an eight-week period during your final term you will be required to complete 180 hours of hands-on experience in a medical clinic or healthcare facility. We can guide you in your search, but it is your responsibility to find and secure an externship site.

Our goal is to fully prepare you to thrive in your new career. The clinical and externship hands-on component of the program is crucial to helping you get the experience you need to become a medical assistant right out of school.

Herzing University-Brookfield Opens New Campus

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Herzing University-Brookfield students and faculty started school this week at a brand new campus at Brookfield Square.

The building – which is about one mile from the previous Brookfield campus – was renovated over the summer, and features upgraded classrooms and common areas, in addition to more nursing labs and a larger physical therapy assisting clinic.

Herzing University-Atlanta Welcomes Visiting Professors from China

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Herzing University-Atlanta was excited to welcome five visiting professors from the East University of Heilongjiang in Harbin, China to campus this summer.

Over the course of their four-week visit, the Chinese professors sat in on Herzing business classes to observe the U.S. teaching environment, taught entry-level Chinese classes for interested staff, faculty and students, and toured the Atlanta metro area.

Herzing-Atlanta and Life South Blood Center Team Up for Community Blood Drive

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On August 13, Herzing University-Atlanta organized a community blood drive in partnership with Life South Blood Center, a local, non-profit blood bank serving more than 100 hospitals in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. The event was held at Woodruff Park in downtown Atlanta, adjacent to the new Herzing-Atlanta campus.

Herzing-Orlando Nursing Students Provide Nearly 400 Vision Screenings for Community

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From volunteering with local organizations to leading wellness clinics for the community, Herzing nursing students strive to make a difference by taking their knowledge outside the classroom.

On August 3, 2019, nursing students at Herzing’s Orlando campus volunteered at Hope Now Foundation’s Back to School Bash, providing nearly 400 vision screenings for children and their families at no cost.

Herzing University Celebrates New School Year with Annual Supply Donations

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For the fourth consecutive year, Herzing University has provided thousands of backpacks full of school supplies to help prepare children for the upcoming school year.

Throughout July and August, Herzing campuses distributed more than 3,000 backpacks. The backpacks and supplies were provided to children at events in Wisconsin, Ohio, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, Alabama and Louisiana. Some campuses also organized back-to-school parties and open house events for local families.

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