Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Prepare for the NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification exam through structured coursework, skills training, assessments, and exam-focused review.
Train → Certify → Launch Your Healthcare Career.
Gateway Training Center delivers structured healthcare training with strong weekly engagement, clear milestones, in-person clinical skills training, and career-focused support designed to help students move forward with confidence.
Greater River Valley Area • Columbus + nearby Georgia & Alabama communities
Online instruction with weekly instructor engagement
In-person clinical at medical partner sites
FREE HEALTHCARE CERTIFICATION TRAINING EVENT
NEXT COHORT Your next career move starts October 26.
Enrollment Special.
25% Off
October Enrollment Special for the October 26 cohort.
Next Cohort
October 26, 2026.
Enrollment is open now. Sign up to hold your seat.
Regional Reach
Serving Columbus and the Greater River Valley Area
We welcome prospective students from Columbus and nearby communities across Georgia and Alabama, including Lumpkin, Richland, Cusseta, Phenix City, and Opelika.
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Choose the training path that helps you move forward.
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Certification Preparation
Prepare for NHA Certification
Gateway Training Center’s coursework, assessments, and certification preparation are designed to help students build the knowledge and confidence needed to prepare for the applicable National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification exam.
NHA Preparation
NHA Exam-Aligned Preparation
Course content and assessments are structured to support preparation for the applicable NHA certification exam.
NHA Preparation
Mock Exam & Readiness Assessments
Students complete a diagnostic pre-assessment, midterm, final exam, and comprehensive mock NHA exam to measure progress and identify areas for additional review.
NHA Preparation
Certification Registration Support
Gateway provides NHA exam registration support and helps students understand the steps required to move from training to certification.
Certification Preparation Is Built Into the Training
NHA certification exam preparation and registration support are included as part of the student experience. The NHA certification exam fee is separate.
NHAPrepare • Assess • Review • Register
Program Format That Balances Flexibility and Accountability
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Online Instruction + Weekly Instructor Engagement
Students complete online coursework while staying connected through weekly instructor engagement and support.
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Deadline-Oriented Weekly Coursework
Each week is organized around a learning module, discussion board, worksheet, and quiz to keep students progressing.
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In-Person Clinical Skills Training
Students apply what they learn through in-person clinical skills and hands-on training at medical partner sites.
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Major Assessments + Career Readiness Support
Diagnostic pre-assessment, midterm, final, mock NHA exam, plus resume review, interview preparation, and NHA exam registration support.
Why Gateway Stands Out
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Student-focused trainingOnline coursework, weekly instructor support, and a clear path from enrollment to exam day.
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Clear weekly structureEvery week has a set module, assignments, and deadlines, so you always know what is due next.
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Practical hands-on componentYou practice clinical skills in person at medical partner sites, not only online.
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Career-readiness bonus supportResume review, interview preparation, and NHA exam registration support are included.
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Serving the Greater River ValleyWe welcome students from Columbus, Lumpkin, Richland, Cusseta, Opelika, and Phenix City.
25% Enrollment Special
Enroll by October 26 and save 25%.
25%
October Enrollment Special
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Program & Enrollment Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the next class start?
The next class session is scheduled to begin Monday, October 5, 2026. Enrollment is currently open for the September & October enrollment cycle.
Is the program completely self-paced?
The online portion offers flexibility, but it is not open-ended. Students follow a deadline-oriented weekly structure and are expected to complete required coursework on schedule.
What does a typical week of online instruction include?
Each week includes a learning module, discussion board, worksheet, and quiz. Students also receive weekly instructor engagement to support progress and understanding.
Is the entire program online?
No. Online instruction is combined with required in-person clinical skills and hands-on training at one of Gateway’s medical partner sites.
How is student progress measured?
Students complete a diagnostic pre-assessment, midterm examination, final examination, and a comprehensive mock NHA exam, along with weekly assignments and quizzes.
What career support is included?
Resume review, interview preparation, and NHA exam registration support are included as bonus services within the program investment at no additional charge.
What is included in the program investment?
The program investment includes online instruction, course materials, in-person clinical skills training, certification exam preparation, mock assessments, resume review, interview preparation, and NHA exam registration support. The NHA certification exam fee is separate.
How does the 25% September & October Enrollment Special work?
Eligible students enrolling during the promotional enrollment period receive 25% off the regular program investment. Contact Gateway for the applicable enrollment requirements, deposit information, and deadlines for your session.
Can I learn more before enrolling?
Yes. Join Gateway’s free Healthcare Certification Training Info Session on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at Holsey Chapel Fellowship Hall, 718 8th St, Columbus, Georgia.