The Value of NHA Certification
Healthcare institutions are experiencing a strong need for employees with validated, nationally recognized certifications. An NHA credential shows that you are dedicated to your chosen field, demonstrating not only a proven level of knowledge, but also a desire for excellence.
Employer preferred
75–93% of employers require or encourage certification for the 8 allied health professions NHA offers. (Source: NHA’s 2020 Industry Outlook)
Higher wages
63% of employers said they increase pay when an employee earns professional certification. (Source: NHA’s 2020 Industry Outlook)
Nationally recognized
NHA’s certification exams are portable, recognized by employers across the U.S., and accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
The National Healthcareer Association has digitized their credentialing process and will issue free, digital credentials of your relevant professional development accomplishment in the healthcare industry.
What areas does NHA offer digital badges in?
NHA provides a digital badge for each of our professional certifications including the majority of our learning resources, including:
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
- Certified EKG Technician
- Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
- Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
- Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- PersonAbility™
- PersonAbility™ for Pharm Tech
- Principles of Health Coaching
- Essentials of Leadership and Management in Health Care
- TEAM Based Care
- Essentials of Behavioral Health for Health Care Professionals
- PharmaSeer™
- PharmaSeer Math
- PCT SkillsBuilder™ Plus
Providers have spoken with what they are looking for in their CCMAs!
The work environment allows you to work in clinics that are Monday through Friday and at home on the weekends.
Why Become a CCMA?
The benefits of becoming a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant:
- Employers prefer Certified Medical Assistants
- Certficaton vouches for knowledge and skills
- Becoming Certified relects Quality Training
- CCMAs received higher pay
- Certifications may be required by your employer or future employer
- There are increased job options
- Increased Respect
CCMAs do basic laboratory tests, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments. They also educate patients about medication or special diets, prepare patients for procedures, assists providers with in office procedures, remove sutures, draw blood, or change dressings. CCMAs can work in specialized medical clinics with even wider range of duties.
Why Become a CMAA?
As a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant, also known as a medical administrative specialist or, an administrative assistant, you perform many functions that fall under administrative tasks.
Some of the duties as a CMAA would be:
- Answering phones
- Schedule patents
- Transcribing dictation
- Preparing reports for the healthcare provider or other regulatory agencies
CMAA can be found in Doctor’s offices, Hospitals, Outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities. With the right training and experience, CMAAs can earn up to $50,000 annually.