This program prepares learners to work as Clinical Medical Assistants with a specialized focus in OB/GYN settings. The curriculum builds essential clinical skills, including patient care, phlebotomy, and electrocardiography, while developing expertise in women’s health and pregnancy‑related care. Learners also receive preparation for the nationally recognized CCMA certification.
Module 1: Foundations of Clinical Medical Assisting
Role and scope of the Clinical Medical Assistant
Professional standards and teamwork in healthcare
Medical ethics, HIPAA, and legal responsibilities
Module 2: Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology
Medical terminology for clinical practice
Overview of human anatomy and physiology
Disease processes and clinical relevance
Module 3: Patient Care and Clinical Procedures
Preparing patients for examinations and treatments
Recording vital signs and patient histories
Assisting physicians with routine and minor procedures
Module 4: Infection Control and Safety Practices
Universal precautions and OSHA standards
Patient and staff safety protocols
Proper handling of biohazard materials
Module 5: Pharmacology and Medication Administration
Medication classifications and routes
Review of allergies and contraindications
Safe administration and patient education
Module 6: Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures
Blood collection processes and equipment
Venipuncture techniques and safety
Order of draw and specimen handling
Basic laboratory testing procedures
Module 7: Cardiology Fundamentals
Anatomy and physiology of the heart
Overview of cardiac conditions
Introduction to electrocardiography and echocardiography
Module 8: Electrocardiogram (EKG) Procedures
EKG machine components and operation
Chest wall anatomy and lead placement
12‑lead EKG placement and best practices
Module 9: OB/GYN Clinical Assisting
Assisting with women’s health exams
Supporting prenatal and pregnancy-related care
Patient education in OB/GYN settings
Module 10: Professional Practice and Certification Preparation
Review of core clinical competencies
CCMA exam content overview and readiness
Professional conduct and career preparation
Optional Module: Clinical Externship
Supervised hands-on experience in a healthcare or OB/GYN setting
Application of clinical, phlebotomy, and EKG skills
Upon completion of the program, the learner will be able to:
Perform core clinical medical assisting duties in general and OB/GYN healthcare settings
Prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and diagnostic testing
Safely collect and process blood specimens following universal precautions
Perform venipuncture, basic laboratory procedures, and specimen handling
Operate EKG equipment and perform accurate 12‑lead EKG placement
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and common disease processes
Assist with women’s health and pregnancy‑related patient care
Demonstrate ethical practice, patient confidentiality, and regulatory compliance
Prepare for the NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam
Certificate of completion
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.