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Clinical Medical Assistant PLUS Program
Advance your skills in this valuable certificate program
The University of Central Missouri Clinical Medical Assistant PLUS certificate program prepares students for a dynamic and in-demand career supporting physicians in clinical settings. Clinical Medical Assistants (CMAs) perform essential tasks such as preparing patients for exams, administering medications, conducting routine lab work, and supporting diagnostic testing and phlebotomy procedures. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for medical assistants was $44,200 in 2024, with projected job growth of 15% from 2023 to 2033.
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$4,995 (includes books, fees and exam costs if applicable) |
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Classes forming now. Let us know of your interest, and we will keep you informed of all course offerings. |
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175 hours classroom 160 hours clinical |
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18 years of age or older, not listed on the Missouri Employee Disqualification List. Not convicted of specified felonies or misdemeanors. Have a negative TB test. High School diploma or equivalent. |
Enroll today in our upcoming course
Start Dec. 8th, meets Mondays and Wednesdays and several Saturdays. Evening time is 6-9 pm at STC Lee's Summit campus.
If you are seeking a scholarship, please contact our workforce team at workforce@ucmo.edu or call 660-543-6198.
Begin a rewarding career in the high-demand healthcare field
Students will participate in a holistic learning program that strengthens their ability to apply the related knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform at a high level in life and on-the-job. In addition to Industry and Technical Competencies, the curriculum effectively addresses the Personal Effectiveness, Academic and Workplace Competencies (Tiers 1-3) of the DOL-ETA Competency Model Pyramid.
What you will learn
- Patient Examination and Treatment
- Laboratory Procedures
- Diagnostic Testing
- Use and Administration of Medication
- Ethics and Legal Aspects of Healthcare
- Customer Service
- CoreBuilders© Workplace Success Skills
Note Upon successful completion of this program, students would be eligible to sit for
the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
national examination, the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy
Tech (CPT) exam and the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified EKG Technician
(CET).
