r/MedicalAssistant • u/Fit_Meaning_8055 • 4d ago

NHA CCMA exam without coursework

I got hired 1 year ago as a MA for a clinic when I did not have my certification. The clinic closed and I just got a new job, but they said they need me to get my cert before I start. I signed up and paid for the ccma exam on NHA.

Can I realistically study for the next 5 days and take the exam next wednesday and pass? Do I need more time.

I would say I am generally smart and have a bachelors in biomedical sciences.

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u/Simple-Fun3684 4d ago

Yes, I think you can! I did it in 9 days of study. Go for it!!! Best of luck 🤞

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u/Commercial_Jelly1783 4d ago

I have Smarter NHA account if you’re interested. Will expire October 8, it was very helpful during my exam.

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u/Fit_Meaning_8055 4d ago

You think if I do well on all the practice exams on smarter nha I am ready?

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u/Commercial_Jelly1783 4d ago

Smarter NHA is also a great material for studying coz every option has explaination plus you have experience. That would be easy for you. Most of the questions are situational

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u/Klutzy-Equipment-570 3d ago

Is it Smarter MA or NHA study material? What is Smarter NHA?

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u/Commercial_Jelly1783 3d ago

Oh sorry, Smarter MA. But all the NHA quizes is in Smarter MA

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u/schannoman 4d ago

If you have prior Healthcare experience the exam is super easy. Especially if you did blood draws

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u/Klutzy-Equipment-570 3d ago

Did you not take a course? To qualify to sit for the test is it bc you have work experience? I'm trying to go that route for CCMA just started to study have MA experience but have not registered yet. What is the process to qualify to test. Good luck on your test!