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It details how existing industry credentials, such as CCMA, CMA, NCMA, CMAC, and RMA, grant 22-30 credit hours toward the degree. The program requires a total of 60-65 credit hours, incorporating non-technical coursework in English composition, mathematics, humanities, and social sciences, alongside elective professional training. This structured approach facilitates professional growth, enabling students to gain advanced administrative or clinical lab skills. 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This pathway gives you the opportunity to add additional knowledge and skills, such as Administration or Phlebotomy and Lab credentials. The following tables provide a general overview of the technical credit awarded and the remaining coursework.  \n\n| CREDIT FORYOUR CREDENTIAL |  | CREDIT HOURS |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Credential | One of the following:\u003Cbr>Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA)\u003Cbr>Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)\u003Cbr>Clinical Medical Assistant (NCMA)\u003Cbr>Clinical Medical Assistant (CMAC)\u003Cbr>Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) | 22-30 |\n| CREDIT TOTAL |  | 22-30 |\n\n\n| ASSOCIATE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS |  | CREDIT HOURS |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Non-Technical Coursework | 1 course English Composition\u003Cbr>1 course Mathematics, Statistics, or Logic\u003Cbr>At least 1 course from 2 of the 3 following categories: Arts and Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Natural Sciences | 15 |\n|  | Additional hours of non-technical coursework that complement the technical area of the degree must be completed. Depending on the chosen pathway, this could include business courses, courses leading to additional credentials, or additional general education coursework. | 15-21 |\n\n\n| DEGREE TOTAL: | 60-65 |\n| --- | --- |\n\n\n| SPECIAL NOTES |\n| --- |\n| Degree requirements at individual institutions will vary. Please contact an academic advisor at your institution for your program’s exact requirements. If you have completed additional training, please consult with your advisor to determine your eligibility for additional college credit. |","cbCaidwKIbx6ajhc","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidwKIbx6ajhc","pdf",77190,"English","# Credit for Professional Credentials\n## Credit Hour Overview\n# Associate Degree Requirements\n## Non-Technical Coursework\n## Elective and Professional Coursework\n# Academic Advising and Program Guidelines","[{\"question\":\"How many credit hours can I receive for my existing medical assisting credentials?\",\"answer\":\"You are eligible for 22-30 credit hours toward an Associate of Applied Science degree based on your current professional credentials.\"},{\"question\":\"What specific medical assisting certifications are accepted for transfer credit?\",\"answer\":\"The program accepts credentials including Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Clinical Medical Assistant (NCMA), Clinical Medical Assistant (CMAC), and Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).\"},{\"question\":\"What are the general non-technical coursework requirements?\",\"answer\":\"Requirements include one course in English composition, one in mathematics, statistics, or logic, and at least one course from two of the three following categories: Arts and Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Natural Sciences.\"},{\"question\":\"Is it possible to receive credit for additional training not listed?\",\"answer\":\"Yes, if you have completed additional training, you should consult with an academic advisor at your institution to determine your eligibility for additional college credit.\"}]","Medical Assisting - Associate of Applied Science Pathway Guide | PDF",1791044770]