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CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
License Description CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

A certified medical assistant has training to function in an assistive role to a licensed physician or licensed nurse in the provision of patient care activities in a facility used as an ambulatory outpatient hospital clinic as delegated by the physician or licensed nurse. They shall not administer medications to hospital inpatients or patients in an emergency department.

REQUIREMENTS: At least 18 years of age.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Have completed the twelfth grade or its equivalent, or have successfully passed the test for and received a general equivalency diploma.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS: Be certified by the following: (A) American Medical Technologists (AMT); (B) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); (C) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); (D) National Healthcareer Association (NHA); or HB559 (E) National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP).

CONTINUING EDUCATION: n/a

RENEWAL: n/a
Licensing Agency
Department of Health
Division of Health Related Boards
Division of Health Related Boards
665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 532 5171
Active Status Active
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Degree required
Exam No exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 08/10/2023
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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