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What accreditation should a medical assistant school have?
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Graduates of medical assisting programs accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) are eligible to take the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam. About the Program
How much does it cost to go to school for medical assistant?
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Typical costs: Completing a course as a clinical medical assistant at a training school costs around $1,200-$4,200. Courses may vary from a few weeks to a year depending on the school, how many classes are included and the length of the externship.
What’s the difference between nursing and medical assisting?
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While the positions are similar, there are some key differences. The main difference is that an LPN is a Nurse, where as a Medical Assistant is an Assistant. Also, Medical Assistant courses focus on ambulatory and emergency services, while a LPN courses focus on hospital and clinical care.