Professional Development

Professional Development

You don’t just work in healthcare, you live and breathe it. Build your career with professional development from NHA.

Continuing Education

Continuing education (CE) credits help keep you up-to-date on the latest changes in the healthcare landscape and count toward your NHA certification renewal.

Log in to the NHA Certification Portal to start earning continuing education credits >

Your NHA certification must be renewed every two years.

Our certifications were made to work together.

Holding multiple credentials shows that you’re an expert in more than one area, giving you an advantage in the competitive hiring landscape.

Multiple Credentials for the Medical Assistant

Added on, these two skill sets make a well-rounded medical assistant.

Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Combine the clinical medical assistant (CCMA) certification
Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
with our certified phlebotomist (CPT)
EKG Technician (CET)
and/or EKG technician (CET) certifications
Multiple Credentials for the Medical Administrator

Prepare administrative students for a strong career behind the front desk.

Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Combine a billing and coding specialist (CBCS) certifications
Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
with the administrative assistant (CMAA) certifications
Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS)
and/or electronic health records (CEHRS) certifications

Career Bridge Scholarship Program

Individuals who have recently earned an NHA certification can apply for our Career Bridge Scholarship. Visit the application page to view full details and requirements.