OneWorld’s Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program allows medical assistants to earn their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.
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OneWorld’s Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program opened the doors for OneWorld Medical Assistants to earn their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certifications. This certification increases participants’ medical knowledge and critical thinking skills, allowing them to provide higher quality care for OneWorld patients. The program, funded by the Health Center Association of Nebraska and Direct Relief, is hosted online by the National Healthcareer Association and is an integral component of OneWorld’s new Pathways Program. Participants complete
17 modules at their own pace, and once completed, take the official CCMA exam. “This program has been great for our employees,” said Amari Ware, MSN/MBA, RN, Clinical Education and Regulatory Manager. “I had one participant who was so grateful and said that between work and kids she never thought she would be able to get her certificate, but this program gave her that opportunity.” Since the program began, over 30 medical assistants have earned their certificates. Once participants earn their certificates, they also receive
a pay increase to reflect their hard work in earning their certification. Ware said she is hopeful that every OneWorld health assistant will have the opportunity to complete the apprenticeship program. “We have noticed an increase in autonomy and confidence in our medical assistants as a result of this program,” said Tania Murrell, BSN, RN, AMB-BC, Associate Director of Nursing. “They are better equipped to think independently and be confident about their skills when helping our patients which in turn results in better patient care.”
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