Medical Assisting Certification
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Medical Assisting - Certification
It’s no secret that employers hire the most qualified applicants. To determine which candidate will receive the job, they look at two big factors: attitude and credentials.
Since attitude isn’t judged until the interview, your resume and credentials need to stand out. Credentials employers look for include:
- Level and quality of education
- Related work/externship experience
- Industry certifications
Position yourself to get noticed
As a Herzing graduate, your resume will include:
Quality education: Since Herzing University is regionally accredited, your diploma will be credible with employers. Plus, the Herzing University Online medical assisting programs are ABHES accredited.
Experience: Herzing’s online medical assisting programs include hands-on clinicals and an externship, so you will have experience working in the health care field prior to graduating (and the opportunity for some great industry references!).
Certification: The Medical Assisting online programs at Herzing University prepare students to sit for the Certified Medical Assistant exam offered through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) and the Registered Medical Assistant exam through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) association.
American Association of Medical Assistants
- CMA
Certified Medical Assistant
American Medical Technologists
- RMARegistered Medical Assistant
Earning your certification proves to employers that you have the knowledge and skills they seek. It also sets you apart as being committed to the health care industry and Medical Assisting profession. Medical Assistants with a college education AND certification typically enjoy higher wages and job security, as they are highly valued by their employers.
Find out more
Learn more about a career in Medical Assisting by speaking with one of our Admissions Advisors toll free at 1-866-508-0748 x832.
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