The Certified Medical Assistance (CMA) course is designed to review the medical assisting knowledge areas in preparation for the CMA national examination. Administrative, clinical, and general information is reviewed, and Testing procedures are addressed. The Content knowledge in the following areas will be reviewed through lecture and self-study:
- medical terminology
- anatomy & physiology
- pathophysiology
- microbiology
- general psychology
- nutrition
- Medical law & ethics
Administrative knowledge includes:
- general office duties
- communication in the medical office
- financial management
- medical insurance
- Basic coding.
The Clinical Content includes:
- Blood-borne pathogens
- Patient preparation
- Check Vital signs
- Pharmacology; medication administration
- Electrocardiography, radiology
- physical therapy
- medical emergencies
- First aid, and laboratory procedures
Ivy Tech cannot guarantee that any student will pass a certification or licensing exam. The goal of providing a certification exam studies class is to assist in understanding the material sufficiently to provide a firm foundation for studies in preparation for the exam.