ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name on ID must match registration exactly. Secondary ID (credit card, school ID) may be required by some vendors.
RenewalRequired -- CMA (AAMA): Valid for 5 years; renewal requires 60 continuing education units (CEUs) or retaking the exam. RMA (AMT): Annual renewal with CE requirements set by AMT. NCMA (NCCT): Annual renewal with CE requirements. CCMA (NHA): 2-year renewal with 10 CE hours required.
PrerequisitesGraduate of a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited medical assisting program required (recommended)
Retake PolicyCMA (AAMA): 60-day waiting period between failed attempts; maximum 3 attempts within a 12-month eligibility window. RMA (AMT): Retake policies set by AMT; contact AMT for current policy. NCMA (NCCT): 30-day waiting period. CCMA (NHA): 30-day waiting period between attempts.