Stacking Credentials: What Should I Stack?
Having multiple certifications can open up a world of opportunities for you. Stacking credentials leads to increased job opportunities, higher earning potential, and greater job security. These allied health roles are most likely to stack credentials:
Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
13% of active NHA CCMA certification holders stack their certification with other NHA professions:
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Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A)
Other Clinical Certifications
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Certified EKG Technician
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
Certified Patient Care Technician
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Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
38% of active NHA CMAA certification holders stack their certification with other NHA professions:
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Certified Billing and Coding Specialist
Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
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Certified Patient Care Technician
31% of active NHA CPCT/A certification holders stack their certification with other NHA professions:
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Certified EKG Technician
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
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Other Clinical Certifications
Other roles also stack credentials, including CEHRS, CBCS, CET, CPT!
Ultimately, it’s up to you what direction you might like to expand in.
CEHRS holders often pursue CBCS, and vice versa. Both often see holders pursuing CMAA as well.
CETs often pursue CPT, CCMA, and CPCT/A.
CPTs often pursue CCMA, CET, and CPCT/A.
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