Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Course at AGH – Enroll Now
Start your healthcare career with our nationally accredited, 9-month hybrid Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program designed to fit your busy life. By combining in-person instruction with flexible online coursework, you’ll build the clinical and administrative skills employers need. Serving students from Artesia, Carlsbad, and Roswell, this program prepares you for national CCMA certification through the National Healthcareer Association, opening doors to rewarding jobs in ambulatory and outpatient care. Applications are open now—submit your packet by July 3, 2025 to secure your spot!
QUICK PROGRAM DETAILS
- Class Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
- Start Date: September 2, 2025
- Location: AGH Advanced Learning Center, 702 N 13th St., Suite J, Artesia, NM
- Tuition: $1,300 (includes materials & certification exam)
- Application Deadline: July 3, 2025
- Program Length: 9 months
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
This program is perfect for students and career-changers from Artesia, Carlsbad, Roswell, and across southeast New Mexico interested in becoming certified clinical medical assistants. AGH is committed to helping individuals throughout the region access quality healthcare education close to home.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Be at least 18 years old by program completion
- High school diploma or GED
- One sealed professional letter of recommendation
- Valid photo ID
- Up-to-date on required vaccinations and health screenings (Hepatitis B, MMR, Tdap, Varicella, TB test)
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your application packet, including a letter of recommendation and photo ID, by July 3, 2025. Applications may be delivered in person or emailed. For forms or assistance, contact:
Torey Salgado, CCMA Program Lead Instructor
tsalgado@artesiageneral.com
What is the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program?
The AGH Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program offers flexible, hands-on training for anyone in Artesia, Carlsbad, Roswell, or the surrounding areas who is ready for a healthcare career. With a hybrid schedule of in-person and online classes, the curriculum covers administrative and clinical skills needed in today’s clinics and outpatient settings. Graduates develop skills essential to certified medical assistant roles and are eligible for national CCMA certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Who Should Apply?
This program is perfect for students and career-changers from Artesia, Carlsbad, Roswell, and across southeast New Mexico interested in becoming certified clinical medical assistants. AGH is committed to helping individuals throughout the region access quality healthcare education close to home.
Eligibility Requirements for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program
- Be at least 18 years old by program completion
- High school diploma or GED
- One sealed professional letter of recommendation
- Valid photo ID
- Up-to-date on required vaccinations and health screenings (Hepatitis B, MMR, Tdap, Varicella, TB test)
How to Apply
Submit your application packet, including a letter of recommendation and photo ID, by July 3, 2025. Applications may be delivered in person or emailed. For forms or assistance, contact:
Torey Salgado, CCMA Program Lead Instructor
tsalgado@artesiageneral.com
Why Become a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant?
Medical assistants are the backbone of ambulatory care. They support patient care, handle scheduling and billing, and ensure smooth clinic operations in local communities across southeast New Mexico. “This program is about more than just technical training—it’s about building confidence, career readiness, and opening doors,” said Lead Instructor Torey Salgado, encouraging aspirants of certified clinical medical assistant roles.
Start Your Healthcare Career in Southeast New Mexico!
Take the next step in Artesia, Carlsbad, Roswell, or anywhere in the region with the AGH CCMA program. For more information on career opportunities, visit our Artesia General Hospital career website.