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Taking the Medical Assistant Certification ExamGraduates of postsecondary medical assisting programs accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES are immediately eligible to take medical assistant certification exams provided by different professional membership organizations in the USA. Some certification sponsors, this includes the NHA and AMT, also grant certifications to experienced medical and healthcare professionals based on the amount of years of directly related work experience they have and accept this in lieu of graduation from a formal vocational training program. Those who received comparable training in the US Armed Forces/branch of the Military can also apply for their certification exams. When Is the Certification Exam Taken?
The medical assistant certification exam can be taken as early as shortly after graduating
from an accredited training program, or years down the road. However, certification exams can pose a challenge
and are best taken while the material learned in school is still
fresh. The exams typically consist of a certain number of multiple choice questions divided in
sections that cover different areas of the medical assistant discipline in all general, clinical and
administrative areas.
Some of the newer medical assistant graduates often put off taking the certification exam
until they have gained a little work experience first. Others dive right in, fearing they might
otherwise forget what they have learned in medical assisting class. The top requirement is KNOWING what a
medical assistant is and does, what they can and cannot do, and medical terminology, human anatomy, basic
principles in medical office pharmacology, medical office safety regulations, universal precautions, and
clinical and administrative aspects of the job.
After you have passed the medical assistant certification exam of your choice you will receive an official
document from the organization who certified you that attests to your achievements. You are then allowed
to use their proprietary credentials behind your name as long as you abide by your professional membership
organization's rules and regulations and the law. Typically, you will also receive a pin, or name tag with
your credential and designation engraved, along with a professional membership wallet card, details of
additional benefits, such as discounted medical assistant errors and omissions insurance coverage and
instructions on how to keep your credentials active. As long as you keep your certification status active
these credentials are valid, recognized and portable to all places in the USA where you may work now and
in the future.
What Does National Certification Mean?Employers from cost-to-coast in this country (USA) use certification to make informed decisions. Industry recognized certifications show a prospective employer that an applicant is potentially a serious and dedicated professional wanting to advance in their career. This looks good on a resume and employers recognize the professional achievement, credibility and capabilities of a potential new hire. To them, it means the applicant already possess their company’s required expertise. When a certain credential is instantly recognized in any region, not just locally, then the benefit lies in the fact that it will travel with the individual and transfer to any location he, or she, might want to work now, or in the future. What is the Value of Medical Assistant Certification?In most states medical assistants are not required to be certified to work, but, once again, the value of having passed a certification exam can do nothing but help your chances of advancement or landing that desired job. In addition, it may quite possibly help you in the future if the state you are working in ever requires certification in the future. How Do I Study for the Medical Assistant Certification Exam?Most vocational training programs prepare their students well for these exams. Therefore one important study tool are notes taking during class lectures. Furthermore, almost all certification bodies supply their applicants with sample practice exams and study tips. Is there a Medical Assistant Certification Home Study Program?Some certification bodies let certification candidates take their exams via a computer terminal at certain locations for groups or individuals, others offer a so called "home-study" exam to those who qualify, where the applicant receives a booklet that must be completed and returned by mail. | |||
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