Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 5
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/25/2024
Program Description
The 72-hour Medical Administrative Assistant training program uses theory and hands-on activities to prepare participants for entry-level employment in the healthcare field and national certification. Participants will learn: Patient scheduling, intake, and, communication; HIPAA, OSHA, and Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines; Office policies and procedures; Patient scheduling, intake, and, communication; HIPAA, OSHA, and Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines; Office policies and procedures; Basic functions of documents, spreadsheets, and emails. Cost includes tuition, materials, uniforms, and CPR training.
Established in 2014
CIP: 51-0707 Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Elgin Comm. College District #509
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292072 )
- Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
CMAA
Quality Assurance
- Industry Standard: NHA (National Health Career Association) - CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant)
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
11 Weeks ( 72.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,948.00 |
| Tests | $115.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,063.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The $109 Certified Medical Assistant Exam fee is payable to National Health Career Association on the day of the exam. Clients should check with Case Managers to verify if this is a reimbursable expense.
Continuing Education Department
Bldg E, Room E210, ECC Campus
Tel: 847-622-3036
Fax: 847-608-5470
CEMailbox@elgin.edu
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed most Fridays June - Aug.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Classroom Instruction
- Weekend Classes
Performance Data
Program: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 5
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/25/2024
Program Description
The 72-hour Medical Administrative Assistant training program uses theory and hands-on activities to prepare participants for entry-level employment in the healthcare field and national certification. Participants will learn: Patient scheduling, intake, and, communication; HIPAA, OSHA, and Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines; Office policies and procedures; Patient scheduling, intake, and, communication; HIPAA, OSHA, and Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines; Office policies and procedures; Basic functions of documents, spreadsheets, and emails. Cost includes tuition, materials, uniforms, and CPR training.
Established in 2014
CIP: 51-0707 Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
Elgin Comm. College District #509
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292072 )
- Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
CMAA
Quality Assurance
- Industry Standard: NHA (National Health Career Association) - CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant)
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
11 Weeks ( 72.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,948.00 |
| Tests | $115.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,063.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The $109 Certified Medical Assistant Exam fee is payable to National Health Career Association on the day of the exam. Clients should check with Case Managers to verify if this is a reimbursable expense.
Continuing Education Department
Bldg E, Room E210, ECC Campus
Tel: 847-622-3036
Fax: 847-608-5470
CEMailbox@elgin.edu
Hours: M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed most Fridays June - Aug.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Classroom Instruction
- Weekend Classes