Clinical Medical Assistants (CMAs) provide essential support to physicians and patients. If you have an interest in the healthcare field and have your high school diploma or GED, the Academy of Allied Health’s CMA training program may be a perfect fit for you. Our program prepares you not only for Medical Assisting, but is a great starting point for those individuals who are thinking about continuing their training in a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program or a Registered Nurse (RN) program. To participate and receive CMA certification, students must complete 309 classroom hours and 220 hours of clinical work. They must then successfully pass the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national certification exam. Once enrolled, students will learn to complete the tasks associated with being a Clinical Medical Assistant. The Clinical Medical Assistant program will focus on several key components. Students will learn the importance of patient confidentiality, will learn about and complete HIPAA training, and will learn the nuances associated with legal and regulatory patient care issues. Students will also learn to take and record vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, and more. Individuals who participate in our Certified Medical Assistant program will be equipped to excel in the professional world. By learning the latest techniques and completing clinical work, participants will develop a complete understanding of every aspect of being a CMA.

The Phlebotomy Technician is a vital and integral part of the healthcare team. The Academy of Allied Health’s Phlebotomy program is offered to any individual who has a high school diploma or a GED. The Phlebotomy Technician course is a total of 60 contact hours (class time and lab time). Clinicals are not required, but can be taken once the 60 hours of academic work are completed. To enroll, prospective students must attend a Career Overview session, interview with Academy staff, complete the entrance assessment, submit your GED or high school transcript, submit two written references, provide a photo ID, and complete the application. Once these steps have been completed, students may begin their journey to become a certified Phlebotomist. Once enrolled, students will begin to learn all of the necessary steps and procedures required for Phlebotomy. Our Phlebotomy program teaches participants to safely collect and process blood samples for testing. We will exhaustively review the correct procedures and guidelines to ensure that students are properly prepared. Participants will learn proper specimen collection through both venipuncture and capillary. The Phlebotomy program will also cover safety for both the patient and the individual collecting samples. Safety instruction will follow both Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. Participants will also learn needed anatomy and physiology terms and will be taught the proper order of draw and universal precautions. The skills and knowledge learned in our Phlebotomy program will position participants for job placement and career success. They will also put people on track for Phlebotomy certification as the course will prepare participants for the Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CTP) national certification exam.

The Medical Administrative Assistant/Clinical Medical Assistant (BUNDLE) Program is designed to prepare the student to work in both the administrative (front office) and clinical (back office) areas of the physician’s office, walk-in clinic, or other healthcare facilities. This program ‘bundles’ the MAA/EHRS and CMA programs. Upon completion students are eligible to take three national certification exams: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant, Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist, and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant. With these credentials and certifications, the graduate understands all aspects of the clinical office and is a valuable member of the health care team.

The Medical Administrative Assistant certification class offered by Academy of Allied Health Careers (AAHC) in Tennessee is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students for a successful career in the medical field. The course covers a variety of topics, including medical terminology, patient scheduling, billing and coding, HIPAA compliance, and more. Upon completion of the program, students will be awarded a certification and be ready to pursue a career as a Medical Administrative Assistant.

The Medical Assistant certification class offered by Academy of Allied Health Careers (AAHC) in Knoxville, TN is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge they need to become certified Medical Assistants. This certification class covers topics such as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and clinical procedures. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam.