CMAs perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Prepare for employment at physicians ‘offices, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Course topics include: Preparing patients for examination and treatment Infection control Routine laboratory procedures Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology basics Phlebotomy and ECG Computer applications and EMR Medical office procedures After successful completion of the Clinical Medical Assistant course, students will receive a certificate of completion and are eligible for NHA certification (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: CCMA). Admissions application and interview required. To apply and register call 914-606-7400 or email ossining@sunywcc.edu

Background Check, Drug Test, and Immunizations For programs with a clinical or externship, our affiliates require a background check and drug screening. Positive results on either will result in not being accepted into the program or not being allowed to attend the clinical. The criteria to pass these screens include: no felony or misdemeanor convictions; negative drug screen; negative TB, MMR, Hep B, and Varicella vaccines. Separate fees for background check and drug tests apply and are not included in tuition costs.