MOST MAs ...? (certifications for ekg etc?)

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Hello all! EMT and prospective MA student here!

Seems like MA programs vary incredibly. Not just in times and format, but in terms of included certifications. Now I know things are different state to state, I'm in Cali.

I basically have options between 'medical academies' or junior colleges/technical schools.

The more expensive and intensive programs seems to come with extra national credentials for ekg tech. and phleb. tech. Are these extra 'merit badges' of much benefit?

Also, is registering with ARMA after course completion required 100%? Thanks for any input, feedback from any state would be helpful.

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I'm a little confused on your question my training included EKG and phlebotomy. If I want to be certified in phlebotomy I just need to get 150 draws ( I think) and I can challenge the test. At least that is what my instructor explained to me. I never kept track of my draws to challenge the test though maybe I should have. I don't know if EKG has something similar but I would bet it does, I do a lot of them.

I'm in Il and a CMA through the AAMA if it makes a difference.

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Thanks. ALL CMA programs seem to include ekg and phleb training, however they do NOT ALL include certification as phlebotomists and ekg technicians

I'm mostly curious if being certified as either of those is beneficial...

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Here in Il I have only run into one CMA that was certified in phlebotomy and she worked in a hospital in the oncology dept. drawing blood.

But the way I personally see it I'd think it would open more doors to more jobs not just CMA jobs. I sometimes think about getting a phlebotomy certification as something to fall back on plus I love drawing blood.

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California requires phlebotomists to be credentialed by the state. Louisiana is the only other state that requires phlebotomists to be certified.

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Can a CMA challenge the test like we can in Il? Meeting the right conditions.

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.
Can a CMA challenge the test like we can in Il? Meeting the right conditions.

Most certifications have verifiable experience in addition to education optiond

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