--- title: CMAA (Cert. Med. Admin. Asst.) (Voucher) description: Prepare for a rewarding career as a medical administrative assistant. Gain essential skills and certification for success. image: https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Healthcare.png --- [Home](https://aspire.loyola.edu/?hsLang=en) [Categories](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products?hsLang=en) Healthcare and Medical Careers [Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) (Voucher Included)](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2655886857#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Healthcare.png) # Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) (Voucher Included) #### $2,195 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-medical-administrative-assistant/) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 16 #### $2,195 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/certified-medical-administrative-assistant/) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 160 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 183 Days ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Outcome.png) Outcome Industry Certification ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Language.png) Language English ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Training%20level.png) Training Level Beginner #### Delivery Information: Online Asynchronous Self-paced #### Description Ready to enter an in-demand field? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for medical assistants will grow by 16% through 2031, which is much faster than the average job. This course will teach you how administrative medical assistants are versatile and valuable members of the healthcare team who handle a broad range of duties and are skilled multitaskers that direct the flow of patients through an office. Effective patient flow allows the practice to operate efficiently, increase revenue, and provide a positive experience for the patient. Their duties include maintaining the reception area, welcoming patients and visitors, scheduling appointments, gathering demographic information, verifying insurance eligibility, obtaining prior authorizations, collecting copayments, and communicating via the phone and patient portal. This online administrative medical assistant certification course will prepare you for positions working alongside medical providers performing these administrative duties. Upon completing this medical administrative assistant training course, you will be prepared for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) national certification exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). This CMAA certification course includes a voucher that covers the fee for the exam. The course also includes an opportunity to participate in unpaid work experience. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - Learn what is required to succeed as a Medical Administrative Assistant - Master multitasking as it relates to scheduling appointments, processing insurance requests, maintaining records and corresponding with patients - Learn best financial practices for a medical center - Master the fundamentals of medical terminology and ethical best practices - Understand the basics of working with medical documents, medical billing, and coding processes - Identify the professional traits that a medical assistant must possess - Discuss the various administrative job duties of a medical assistant - Recognize the importance of professional certification How you will benefit: - Jump-start your career in the medical field - Learn how to effectively communicate with prospective patients and fellow professionals in the medical industry - Understand how to create positive, efficient experiences for patients to make them more comfortable - Professionalism represents the type of behavior that demonstrates your moral, ethical, and respectful attributes when interacting with patients and coworkers - The medical assistant has a critical role in the ambulatory care setting, performing administrative tasks under the direction of the provider - An increasing number of employers now require that their medical assistants be certified - Preparing for the certification also shows that the medical assistant has met specific educational requirements and has committed to continuing their education in the future #### Additional Information ** Disclaimer: To qualify for the work experience applications process, students must successfully complete the online course and have account balances up to date (at a minimum). Going through the work experience application process does not guarantee a placement. However, affiliated partnerships increase the likelihood of finding a site that matches student needs. COVID may be affecting the capacity of availability in your area. Students can begin researching the steps of the application process 2 weeks prior to completing courses. #### Requirements ** ##### Technology Requirements Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook. Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. - PC: Windows 8 or later. - Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. - Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible. Cookies and JavaScript must be enabled - The latest Adobe Reader/Acrobat Reader ( free download available at https://get.adobe.com/reader/ ) - Any modern Office suite: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice, or LibreOffice Other: - Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience. - E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.) ##### Prerequisites Pre-existing knowledge of medical terminology or completion of the Medical Terminology course is strongly recommended. #### Enroll My Team ** Are you looking to enroll your team in this training Course? You Can: ##### Option 1 Click "Add to Cart" and then update the number of seats you'd like to purchase in yout cart. 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