Become a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant in as Little as 12 Months
Flexible. Online. Career-focused. Veteran-friendly. Start your journey as a CCMA with Lakewood University today.
- NHA Approved Program
- 100% Online
- Veteran-Friendly
- Since 1998
Ready for a Medical Assisting Career Without Years of School?
Many adults are looking for something more stable—a career that offers steady demand, meaningful work, and long-term opportunity. Healthcare continues to grow nationwide, and clinical medical assistants play a vital role in supporting both patients and providers every day. If you’re looking for a practical path into the healthcare field, this could be your next step.
Traditional college programs can take years to complete and often require significant financial investment before you ever enter the workforce. Not everyone has the time, flexibility, or desire to commit to a multi-year degree just to begin building a career. You deserve an option that respects your time and your goals.
Lakewood University’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) program is designed for working adults who need flexibility and affordability without sacrificing quality. Our online format allows you to study around your schedule while preparing for certification and employment in a high-demand field. It’s a focused, career-driven pathway built for real life.
Lakewood University’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate prepares students for certification and employment in a flexible, online format designed for working adults.
Why Choose Lakewood?
Everything you need to succeed in your new career path.
Career-Ready Training
Practical skills you can use immediately in the field.
CEHRS | CCMA Certification Prep
Comprehensive prep for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam.
Flexible Online Format
Learn anytime, anywhere that fits your schedule.
Designed for Adults
Support systems built for students balancing life and work.
Veteran Benefits
We proudly accept GI Bill® and other veteran education benefits.
Payment Plans
Affordable options to make your education stress-free.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Career Outlook
The healthcare industry is expanding rapidly, and Certified Clinical Medical Assistants are essential to delivering high-quality patient care. With advances in medical treatments and an aging population, the demand for skilled medical assistants who can support clinical procedures, patient interactions, and administrative tasks has never been greater.
Whether you prefer a hospital setting, surgery facilities, or physician’s offices your skills will be in high demand across the nation.
- https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm
Job Growth
12%
2024–2034
Yearly Openings
~112K
Annual avg
Median Salary
$44,200
BLS 2024
Settings
Diverse
Hospitals, surgery centers, private physician’s offices
Program Snapshot
Quick facts you need to know about the program.
Duration
12 Months
Format
Online + Internship Opportunity
Tuition
$5,000
Next Start
Monday
Eligibility
High School Diploma or Equivalent
approval
NHA Approved
Work Hours
674 Course Hours
Aid
Financial Options
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Gold Standard in Medical Assisting Education
NHA certification is the industry benchmark for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants. It ensures our program meets rigorous national standards for clinical and administrative skills, giving you the credentials and confidence to stand out in today’s competitive healthcare job market.
- Nationally recognized standards
- Enhanced employability
- Certification readiness
- Professional credibility
NHA Approved Program
Don’t settle for unapproved programs. Your career depends on receiving an education that employers recognize and respect.
RECOGNIZED NATIONALLY
Lakewood University was recently featured on CBS for its work in providing accessible, career-driven education to working adults and veterans. National recognition reinforces our commitment to delivering accredited programs designed to prepare students for real-world success.
What You’ll Learn
Our curriculum is built around real-world clinical and administrative skills. Each module is designed to move you closer to certification and professional readiness in a healthcare setting.
Lakewood University’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) program prepares students to support healthcare providers with both patient care and administrative responsibilities. This includes assisting with clinical procedures, recording vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and managing medical office tasks.
The program emphasizes strong communication skills, including patient interaction, professionalism, and effective coordination within a healthcare team.
Coursework also focuses on accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring proper documentation, medical record management, and adherence to healthcare standards.
Students in this program will gain the knowledge and skills needed to qualify for entry-level positions in medical offices, clinics, and healthcare facilities, as well as be prepared for the national certification exam.
Program Objectives
- Define word parts that make up most medical terms–roots, prefixes, and suffixes
- Explain the functions of the various body systems
- Identify diagnoses, procedures, and treatments common to each body system
- Understand common medical abbreviations and acronyms
- Recognize the importance of accuracy in spelling and pronunciation of medical terms
- Gain administrative and clinical skills to function as a vital member of a healthcare team in an ambulatory setting
- Obtain an understanding of ethical behavior and therapeutic communication
- Review the importance of protecting the privacy of patient information, a first impression, and maintaining a safe office environment
- Discuss the various administrative and clinical job duties of a medical assistant
- Learn to manage patient visits, arrange follow-up care, and issue prescriptions
- Keep track of vital information such as patient allergies and medications
- Understand how to best read and interpret health records
- Discover how to communicate with patients and report public health information
- Recognize the importance of professional certification
I. Medical Terminology
A. Getting Started
B. How to Take This Course
C. Test-Out Exam 1: Lessons 1- Midterm Exam
D. Introduction to Medical Terminology and the Human Body in Health and Disease
E. The Musculoskeletal System
F. The Cardiovascular System
G. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
H. The Respiratory System
I. The Digestive System
J. The Urinary System
K. MIDTERM
L. Test-Out Exam 2: Lessons 8- Final Exam
M. The Nervous System
N. Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears
O. The Integumentary System
P. The Endocrine System
Q. Mental Health
R. Male and Female Reproductive Systems
S. Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Complementary Medicine
T. Final Exam
II. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
A. Medical Assisting Foundations
B. Professional Behavior
C. Legal and Ethical Issues
D. The Art of Communicating
E. Telecommunications, Telephone Professionalism, and Telephone Techniques
F. Written Communications
G. Medical Office Environment
H. Patient Scheduling
I. Managing Medical Records
J. Introduction to Health Insurance
K. Medical Coding: An Overview
L. Patient Accounts
M. Insurance Claims, Patient Billing, and Collections
N. Daily Financial Practices
O. Managing the Office
P. CPR Certification
Q. Pharmacology
R. MIDTERM
S. Pathophysiology
T. Infection Control and Medical Asepsis
U. The Chief Complaint and Patient History
V. Body Measurements and Vital Signs
W. Preparing for Examinations
X. The Physical Exam
Y. Specialty Examinations and Procedures
Z. The Physician’s Office Laboratory
AA. Specimen Collection and Processing
AB. Introduction to Phlebotomy
AC. Diagnostic Testing
AD. Cardiology Procedures
AE. Diagnostic Imaging
AF. Minor Office Surgeries
AG. Capstone Assignment Overview
AH. Dosage Calculations
AI. Administering Medications
AJ. Optional Clinical Experience Guide
AK. Emergencies in the Medical Office
AL. First Aid Procedures and Mental Health Issues
AM. Rehabilitation
AN. Nutrition and Special Diets
AO. Capstone Assignment Submission
AP. Certification
AQ. Preparing for Your Career
AR. Final Exam
III. Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
A. An Overview of EHR and CEHRS
- What is an EHR
- The Importance of EHRs
- Efforts to Encourage EHR Adoption
- EHRs in the Future
- The Role of a CEHRS in a Medical Practice
B. An Introduction to MOSS 4.0
- MOSS 4.0 Components
- Administrative
- Clinical
- Billing
C. History of EHRs
- EHR Orgins in Practice Management Systems
- Major Federal Iniatives to Promote EHR Adoption
- MIPS
D. Steps to EHR Implementation
- Step 1: Assess
- Step 2: Plan
- Step 3: Select
- Step 4: Implement
E. The EHR Framework
- EHR Architecture, Hardware, Software, Networks and Interfaces
- Human-Computer Interface (User) Devices
- Functional, Data Content, and Vocabulary Standards
- Feature and Data Formats
- Security Controls
- Hybrid Health Records
- Disaster Recovery
F. HIPAA Requirements and EHR Systems
- What is HIPAA?
- HIPAA and CEHRS
- HIPAA Privacy Rule
- HIPAA Security Rule
G. The EHR and Record Content
- Record Purposes
- Record Formats and Types of Data
- Record Standards
- Medical Record Content
- Documentation Practices
H. Lists, Treatment Plans, Orders, and Results
- The Lists
- Summary Lists in the Office Workflow
- Standards – Functional, Content, and Vocabulary
I. Patient Visit Management
- The EHR in an Office Workflow
- Master Patient Index
- Service Payment Information
- Scheduling
- Consents, Acknowledgements, Advance Directives, and Authorizations
J. Coding, Billing, and Practice Reports
- Coding and Billing Workflow
- Code Sets and Clinical Vocabularies
- Coding, Billing, and the EHR
- Encoders and Computer-Assisted Coding
- Electronic Bill Submission
K. Patient Communications
- Patient-Focused Communication
- Patient Portals
- Personal Health Records
L. Practice Reports, Research, Registries, and Reportable Events
- Medical Product Development
- Practice Requirments
- Standards that Support Research
- Registries and Reportable Events
M. Personal Health Records and Continuing Care Records
- Personal Health Record
- Communication Among Providers for Continuing Care
- Continuity of Care Record
- Ongoing Training and Technical Support of EHR Software
You’re Not Doing This Alone
We provide the structure and support you need to cross the finish line.
Instructor Support
Expert faculty available for questions and guidance.
Success Coach
Dedicated coaches to help you stay on track and motivated.
Online Student Portal
24/7 access to all course materials and resources.
Career Guidance
Resume building, interview prep, and job search assistance.
Veteran Services
Specialized support for our military and veteran community.
Payment Options
Flexible monthly plans to fit any budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this program accredited?
Although not accredited, this program is approved by the NHA (National Healthcareer Association) Approval means the program meets nationally recognized standards for quality, curriculum, and student preparation. Choosing an approved program helps protect your time and investment.
Does this prepare me for certification?
Yes. The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate is designed to prepare graduates to sit for national certification examinations, including the CEHRS and CCMA examinations The curriculum aligns with industry standards and includes focused preparation to help students feel confident and ready for certification.
Can I use VA benefits?
Eligible students may use approved VA education benefits for this program. Lakewood University is committed to supporting veterans and military families through the enrollment process. Our admissions team can help you determine your eligibility and guide you step by step.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. We offer flexible payment options to make the program more accessible. In addition to approved financing partners, students may choose structured payment plans based on eligibility. Our admissions team can review available options and help you select the best fit for your situation.
How long does it take?
The program can be completed in as little as twelve months, depending on your pace and schedule. Because the format is online and flexible, many students are able to complete their training while continuing to work or manage other responsibilities.
Will I be able to complete it while working?
The program is delivered in a flexible online format designed to accommodate working adults. While you can complete coursework around your weekly schedule, there are structured weekly deadlines to help you stay on track. All coursework must be completed by your assigned program end date, ensuring steady progress toward certification readiness.
What happens after program completion?
After completing the program, all students can complete a internship in a hospital setting and other healthcare facilities, gaining real-world experience in a professional environment. Lakewood University works with students to help secure internship placements so you can apply what you’ve learned in an active healthcare setting.
Upon successful program completion, graduates are prepared to sit for national certification, and Lakewood University covers the cost of your first certification exam attempt. After certification, you may pursue employment opportunities in hospitals, surgery facilities, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings.
Our support does not end at graduation. Students receive lifetime access to career services, including resume guidance, job search support, and professional resources to help you continue growing in your career.
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