Certification Eligibility
To have a reasonable opportunity for success on the Specialty Certified Medical Assistant-SCMA® exam it is recommended that you fall into one of the following categories:
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program accredited by Commission of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accreditation Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and one year of on the job experience; or
- Completion of U.S. Military medical program and two years active duty as a Hospital Corpsman, Medic, etc; or
- Extensive experience (3+ years) in a particular medical area
- If you have a unique situation please contact us for further recommendations