Completing a medical assistant training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). Because the various responsibilities of medical assistants demand a combination of skill and sensitivity, training and certification are generally preferred for the best positions. The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), and National Health career Association (HNA), are the four organizations that offer medical assistant certification and licensing. Requirements include some combination of a one- or two-year postsecondary diploma or associate degree, on-the-job training or internships and passing an exam administered by the
Completing a medical assistant training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). Because the various responsibilities of medical assistants demand a combination of skill and sensitivity, training and certification are generally preferred for the best positions. The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), and National Health career Association (HNA), are the four organizations that offer medical assistant certification and licensing. Requirements include some combination of a one- or two-year postsecondary diploma or associate degree, on-the-job training or internships and passing an exam administered by the