Program Overview

Our Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) program in Dallas, Texas prepares students with the practical clinical and administrative skills needed to work in physician offices, clinics, outpatient centers, and other healthcare environments.

This program is designed to equip students with real-world medical assisting skills, including phlebotomy, injections, EKG, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and patient communication. The program also prepares students for the NHA CCMA certification exam.

Certification Issuing Organization: National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and assist with clinical procedures
• Perform phlebotomy, injections, and electrocardiograms (EKG)
• Observe patient conditions and organize test results
• Enter data into Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and support administrative tasks
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare providers

Program Information

• Total Program Hours: 400 hours
• Program Length: 30 weeks / approximately 6 months
• Program Start: Open enrollment year-round
• Delivery Format: Hybrid program with online coursework, hands-on laboratory training, and clinical externship
• Online Coursework: 330 hours
• On-Campus Skills Training: 30 hours, including injections, phlebotomy, EKG, dressing care, and related clinical procedures
• Clinical Externship: 40 hours at a school-approved clinical site

Class Schedule and Enrollment

Enrollment is open year-round, with new classes starting every month. This structure helps students join a guided class cycle while still completing coursework and practical training in a clear sequence.

Coursework is completed through a hybrid format, combining 330 hours of online learning, 30 hours of hands-on skills practice, and 40 hours of clinical externship. Students should be prepared to participate in both academic and practical training components.

Required skills training sessions must be scheduled separately after enrollment. Students can select an available hands-on training date through the Skill Schedule page.

Tuition Information

• Total Tuition: $3,800
• Tuition includes textbooks, online coursework, hands-on training, lab fees, books, materials, and liability insurance
• Payment plans available, subject to credit approval
• Not Included: Registration Fee $50 / AHA BLS (CPR) Certification $95 / Certification exam fee

Certification Exam

• Upon successful completion, students are eligible to take the NHA CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) exam
• Six full-length practice exams provided
• The NHA CCMA exam measures the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level clinical medical assistant work, including patient care, infection control, medical terminology, EKG, phlebotomy, pharmacology, administrative procedures, and professional communication.
• The exam includes 180 questions total: 150 scored questions and 30 unscored pretest questions.
• Students have 3 hours to complete the exam.
• A passing scaled score of 390 out of 500 is required.
• If a student does not pass, NHA allows retesting after the required waiting period according to NHA retake policies.

Hands-On Skills Training

Hands-on training is a core part of the CCMA program. Students develop practical skills in injections, phlebotomy, EKG, dressing care, and related clinical procedures used in real healthcare settings.

After enrollment, required skills training should be scheduled separately through the Skill Schedule page to select an available session.

This step-by-step structure helps students complete training with clearer guidance and stronger practical preparat

ion before certification and employment.

Admission Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age, or have parental/guardian consent if under 18
• Government-issued photo ID or passport
• High school diploma, GED, or ability-to-benefit assessment, if applicable
• BLS (CPR) certification must be submitted prior to graduation
• Vaccination records may be required for clinical practice
• Students must pass a criminal background check

Career Opportunities

• Physician offices
• Urgent care centers
• Clinics and outpatient centers
• Specialty practices
• Hospitals
• Medical offices and healthcare support settings

After certification, CCMA graduates may pursue entry-level clinical and administrative roles in a variety of healthcare settings.

Average Salary in Texas

Clinical Medical Assistants in Texas typically earn about $18–$25 per hour, depending on experience, employer, job duties, certification, specialty setting, and location.

Why Students Choose DMS Care Training Center

• Hands-on skills training in injections, phlebotomy, EKG, and dressing care
• Hybrid learning format with online coursework and practical training
• Korean-language support and bilingual learning assistance
• Structured preparation for the NHA CCMA certification exam
• Career-focused learning environment designed to support job readiness