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Provider Information

Name:

Gifted Hands Academy

Provider Location Address:

3536 169TH Street
Hammond, IN 46323

Provider Location Status:

Staff Approved

URL:

www.giftedhandsacademy.net

Summary

Description Description

Qualifications of Instructors:

The program faculty holds a Masters in Health Administration.

Program Description:

The Certified Comprehensive Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Program at Gifted Hands Academy Allied Health School is a comprehensive postsecondary educational certificate program designed to equip individuals with the skills necessary to excel in the healthcare field. This program integrates both didactic and clinical training to prepare students for a professional career as a medical assistant.

Program Overview

Curriculum Focus

The curriculum of the CCMA program is designed to provide a balanced education in both administrative and clinical competencies. Key areas of study include:

Administrative Duties: Students will learn essential tasks such as patient registration, appointment scheduling, insurance billing, and medical records management.
Clinical Skills: Training includes taking vital signs, performing phlebotomy (drawing blood), basic wound care, administering medications, and preparing patients for examinations.

Training Format

The program employs a multifaceted approach to training, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education:

Classroom Instruction: Theoretical knowledge is imparted through structured classroom sessions.
Lab Practice: Students gain hands-on experience with medical equipment in a controlled lab environment.
Supervised Clinical Externship: A critical component of the program, the externship provides students with real-world experience in a healthcare facility, allowing them to apply their skills in a practical setting.

Certification Potential

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification exam to become a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Achieving certification can significantly enhance job prospects and provide a competitive edge in the healthcare job market.

Key Benefits

Comprehensive Training: The program covers a wide range of skills necessary for success in a medical office setting.
Hands-On Experience: The supervised clinical externship ensures that graduates are job-ready.
Career Advancement: Certification as a CMA opens doors to various employment opportunities within the healthcare sector.

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program at Gifted Hands Academy is an excellent choice for individuals looking to make a meaningful contribution to the healthcare industry while building a rewarding career.

Industry Collaboration:

Classification of Instructional Programs:

51.0801 Medical/Clinical Assistant A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to provide medical office administrative services and perform clinical duties including patient intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, pre-examination and examination assistance, and the administration of medications and first aid. Includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; medical law and ethics; patient psychology and communications; medical office procedures; and clinical diagnostic, examination, testing, and treatment procedures.

Program Prerequisite:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Prerequisites Description:

Prerequisites for Program:

Proof of Individual being 18 years or older.
Highschool Diploma or GED
The Payment of registration fee and payment plan and deposit.
Must have an up-to-date Tetanus Shot
All applicants must be able to speak, read and understand English
Must have a valid Driver’s license or a State I.D.
Signed admissions statement and enrollment agreement

Application Deadlines:

Applications are taken on a rolling calendar basis.

Refund Policy:

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Admissions Admissions

% Offered Online: 0
Program Activities:
- % Instructor-Led: 50
- % Lab/Field Work: 30
- % Self-Study: 20
Times Offered: Day
Length of Training: 16 week(s)
Number of Credits: 328 academic credit hours
Weekly Clock Hours: 15.00 Hours
Percent Admitted: 100%

Offered to General Public:

Yes

Career Counseling:

Job Placement Offered:

Placement Assistance Available:

Yes

Part-time Enrollment:

Financial Information Financial Information

Tuition:

$3,450.00

Admission Fees:

$100.00

Books:

$200.00

Supplies:

$500.00

Tools:

$500.00

Labs:

$500.00

Miscellaneous:

$250.00

Average Cost Per Credit Hour/Class:

$16.77

Total Cost of Program:

5,500.00

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA):
- $165.00
- Included in the tuition:
- Yes

Financial Aid Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

None

Provider Offers Financial Aid:
No

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Is instruction provided by a provider other than the apprenticeship sponsor?
No

Supporting Files

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DOL-RAP Documentation

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State Certified Earn & Learn Certification

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