License: CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Department of Health Division of Health Related Boards Division of Health Related Boards

665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor

Nashville, TN 37243-0000

(615) 532-5171

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT<br><br> A certified medical assistant has training to function in an assistive role to a licensed physician or licensed nurse in the provision of patient care activities in a facility used as an ambulatory outpatient hospital clinic as delegated by the physician or licensed nurse. They shall not administer medications to hospital inpatients or patients in an emergency department. <br><br>REQUIREMENTS: At least 18 years of age. <br><br>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Have completed the twelfth grade or its equivalent, or have successfully passed the test for and received a general equivalency diploma.<br><br>EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS: Be certified by the following: (A) American Medical Technologists (AMT); (B) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); (C) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); (D) National Healthcareer Association (NHA); or HB559 (E) National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP). <br><br>CONTINUING EDUCATION: n/a<br><br>RENEWAL: n/a