Clinical Medical Assistant with Optional Clinical Externship

Train to assist physicians by preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle.  Review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology (including proper lead placements), professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140 hours of classroom lecture, interaction in hands-on labs, and a clinical externship opportunity at a local healthcare provider.

Clinical Externship: This program includes a 160 hour optional clinical externship opportunity with a local healthcare provider.  To be eligible for the clinical, students must successfully complete the 140 hour program, submit to a thorough background check, drug screening and meet other requirements.

Note:  Some externship fees may be required and are not included in the course fee. Separate fees may be incurred for immunizations and to acquire a physician's statement of health. Costs may vary depending on which provider(s) are used.

State/National Certification:  Upon successful completion of this program, students will be eligible to sit for either exam listed below. Exam fees are not included in course fee.

NHA National Certification:  National Healthcareer Association's (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national examination.

NWCA National Certification: National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Clinical Medical Assistant (CMAC) Exam

This course is being offered live on UTEP Campus. COVID19 precautions will be followed based upon university directives given closer to the start date of class. An email with course information will be sent to students a few days prior to the start date of class.

Early Bird (special discount) registration fee ends 1/31.

COURSE WITHDRAWAL: Refunds will be issued, minus a 15% cancellation fee per course, cost of materials, and/or lab fees, if a written request is faxed, emailed, or mailed and received three or more business days prior to the first day of a scheduled course. Refund requests must include your name, daytime telephone number, and the course number or name. This policy applies to all registrations, regardless of the payment method. Phone requests will not be accepted for refund. Exceptions for refunds: There are no refunds for online courses. Other refund policies may apply to Conferences, Customized Training & Services, and other special programs.

NOTE: Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing of refunds. No refunds will be given on or after the first class meeting. Cancellations 1-3 days before first class meeting incur a 50% cancellation fee. A $25 fee will be charged for returned or canceled checks. Send your request via: E-mail: ppp@utep.edu Fax: 915-747-5538 Mail: UTEP Professional and Public Programs 101 West Robinson Avenue Memorial Gym, Suite 111 El Paso, TX 79968-0602