The RMA exam leads to the Registered Medical Assistant credential from American Medical Technologists (AMT). It is one of several medical assistant certifications, alongside NHA’s CCMA (see our NHA exam guide) and the AAMA’s CMA.
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Key takeaways
- 210 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours.
- A scaled score of 70 (0–100) passes.
- Content: general (about 31%), administrative (about 14%) and clinical (about 55%) medical assisting.
- Retakes after 45 days; up to 4 lifetime attempts.
USA RMA Exam: Quick Facts
- Offered by
- AMT
- Questions
- 210
- Time
- 2 hours
- Passing
- 70 (scaled)
RMA vs. CCMA vs. CMA
| Credential | Awarded by |
|---|---|
| RMA | American Medical Technologists (AMT) |
| CCMA | National Healthcareer Association (NHA) |
| CMA | American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) |
Employers vary in which they prefer; all three are nationally recognized.
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