Certified Medical Assistant Program (CMA)

About Our Program 

This program is designed to train students to become professional and compassionate Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMAs). Graduates are prepared for employment in physician offices, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Students gain skills in both clinical and administrative medical office procedures, including:

• Taking patient vital signs and medical histories

• Administering injections and medications

• Performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and lab procedures

• Assisting healthcare providers during exams

• Managing patient records and electronic health systems

Program Structure:

400 Hours Didactic/Lab Instruction

• Monday–Wednesday: Zoom Online, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

• Thursday: In-person Lab at First Lady Permanente, 901 Geer Rd, Turlock

80 Hours Externship - Student-selected site, school-approved

Program Duration - Approximately 6 to 8 months

Admission Requirements 

• You must be 18 years of age or older.

• You must be a high school graduate or possess a high school equivalency certificate. Foreign academic transcripts must be translated and evaluated by a school-approved entity – this applies to applicants with transcripts from foreign countries ONLY.

• You must provide a valid photo ID and Social Security Card.

• You must attend a mandatory information session.

• You must meet the reading assessment requirement.

• You must pass and maintain a clean criminal background check and maintain a clean drug screening.

• You must complete a physical exam and submit proof of required immunizations (Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, TB, Flu).

• You must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption as required by externship sites.

Program Costs

Enrollment Fee: $200 (non-refundable, paid to Patterson Adult School)

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