Healthcare employers are increasingly seeking certified medical assistants. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 15% growth in medical assistant jobs from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. Whether refining an existing medical assisting program or launching a new one, adding AMT’s Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification can help your students stand out in healthcare.
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1. Align (or Build) a Quality Curriculum to the RMA Exam
A strong medical assisting program starts with the right certification partner. AMT’s RMA certification reflects the skills today’s healthcare employers expect — giving your curriculum a trusted benchmark for quality.
Key competency areas include:
- Anatomy and Physiology: Body systems, medical terminology, disease processes, and wellness/nutrition
- Administrative Medical Assisting: Insurance, billing and coding, scheduling, and medical records
- Clinical Procedural Tasks: Vital signs, injections, specimen collection, and assisting with exams
- Clinical Patient Interaction: Infection control, EHR use, patient care education, and professional conduct
Use these key competency areas as a curriculum mapping guide to align your lessons with the key skills employers expect and the exam covers. When you claim the Educator Toolkit, we’ll also send you the full RMA Exam Content Outline to help you align your lessons with AMT’s trusted certification.
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2. Utilize AMT’s Free Educator Toolkit
AMT offers a free RMA Educator Toolkit for allied health educators to help you get started quickly. It includes:
- An exam outline to guide lesson planning
- Sample study guides and classroom activities
- Checklists to prepare students for the exam
This toolkit assists in aligning your curriculum with the RMA exam without additional workload, supporting your allied health program's goals.
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3. Simplify Student Applications
AMT’s Organization ID system streamlines the application process:
- Track registrations: Monitor student sign-ups in real time
- Receive notifications: Stay informed about exam schedules
This system saves time and keeps everything organized, benefiting both students and faculty in your allied health program.
4. Support Student Success with AMT Edge
AMT Edge is a free, interactive readiness program that provides exam prep resources, career insights, peer support, and step-by-step certification guidance—plus bonus rewards! This one-of-a-kind experience highlights the importance of certification and gives students the edge to pass their exam and launch their professional career in healthcare.
By integrating AMT Edge into your program, you empower your students with the tools they need to excel in their careers as Registered Medical Assistants.
5. Monitor and Improve Outcomes
Track key metrics to enhance your program:
- First-time pass rates
- Time from graduation to employment
- Student feedback on preparation tools
Use simple reports or your learning management system to identify trends and make necessary adjustments, ensuring your allied health program remains aligned with industry standards.
Bonus: Add More Certifications
If you offer phlebotomy training or plan to, consider adding AMT’s Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT) certification. Benefits include:
- Attracting a wider range of students
- Utilizing shared teaching resources
- Accessing bulk-purchase discounts
This approach can enhance your program's offerings and appeal, further solidifying its status as a comprehensive allied health program.
Next Steps: Let’s Talk About What’s Possible
Getting started with AMT is simpler than you might think. Start by downloading the Educator Toolkit and claiming your 50% discount on AHI certification, an easy, low-risk way to experience AMT for yourself.
Once you claim your offer, we’ll send a few bonus resources your way to help you explore what AMT can do for your students.
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