Certification...

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA(AAMA)) credential is awarded to candidates who pass the CMA(AAMA)Examination given three yearly; in January, June, and October. Your certification must be recertified every five years by one of two methods; continuing education or re-examination.

Continuing education method requires a total of 60 continuing education credits in a five year period falling into specific categories.

Re-examination method requires simply retaking the certification examination once every five years.

For more information on certification click here to see more detailed information from AAMA or call: 1-800-ACT-AAMA.