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UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ (UCNJ) reviewed and updated the non-credit workforce development training program for Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). The CMA Program is a 620-hour training program providing instruction in the fundamentals of the role of a Medical Assistant, including a 112 hour optional internship. Job development and a clinical internship are included in the program. Upon successful completion of the course work and exam eligibility requirements, the students earn three industry-recognized credentials from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)—Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), and Certified EKG Technician (CET)—as well as a Basic Life Support/CPR credential from the American Heart Association (AHA). The course materials and online resources are designed to align with the NHA’s certification test plans.

The program is instructor-led and delivered through classroom learning, in-person, or via remote live sessions. Students will also have access to the UCNJ’s learning management system, electronic textbooks, online exams, study guides, and online practice certification exams throughout the program.