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6+ years
Peyton
Peyton's chemistry degree and pre-med coursework give her a strong handle on the anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology concepts that dominate the CMA exam. She breaks the clinical and administrative sections into targeted review blocks, emphasizing the medical terminology and patient-care procedures...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Farwah
As a medical student with a public health background, Farwah knows the CMA exam's content map inside and out — from clinical pharmacology and anatomy to the administrative procedures that catch test-takers off guard. She breaks the exam into weighted sections so students spend their prep time where ...
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samuel
I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...
California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sami
I am a Duke University graduate in Economics and Computer Science. I am currently pursuing an MBA degree at the Yale School of Management. I have worked in the financial field, both at a management consulting firm and a fortune 500 company. My hobbies include playing and coaching soccer.
Duke University
Bachelor of Science (Economics and Computer Science)
Yale School of Management
Current Undergrad Student, Business Administration and Management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Exam, administered by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), tests knowledge across clinical and administrative competencies. The exam covers patient care procedures, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, laboratory procedures, patient communication, medical law and ethics, and office management. Success requires mastery of both theoretical knowledge and practical application of medical assistant duties.
Many test-takers struggle with the breadth of content—balancing clinical skills with administrative knowledge—and the fast-paced nature of the exam. Medical terminology and anatomy concepts often require significant review, and integrating real-world scenarios with theoretical knowledge can be challenging without targeted guidance. Personalized instruction helps identify your specific weak areas and creates a focused study plan rather than reviewing everything equally.
Most candidates benefit from 4-12 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their background and current knowledge level. Those with recent medical assisting training may need less time, while career changers or those with gaps in knowledge may need longer. A personalized study plan with a tutor can help you work efficiently through content and practice exams, maximizing your preparation time.
One-on-one instruction allows a tutor to assess your current knowledge, identify gaps in specific areas like pharmacology or laboratory procedures, and create a customized study strategy. Rather than generic test prep, personalized tutoring focuses on your actual weak points and teaching style, helping you retain complex medical information more effectively. This targeted approach typically results in better exam performance and greater confidence on test day.
Practice exams simulate the actual test format and timing, helping you become familiar with question types and pacing while identifying content areas that need more review. They also build test-taking stamina and reduce anxiety by showing you what to expect. A tutor can review your practice exam results with you, explaining why you missed questions and reinforcing concepts you haven't fully mastered.
New York has numerous medical assisting programs and testing centers where you can register for the CMA Exam. Beyond local resources, Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand the CMA Exam requirements and can provide personalized preparation tailored to your learning needs. Whether you're studying while working or attending a medical assisting program, personalized instruction can fit your schedule and pace.
Your first session typically includes an assessment of your current knowledge across clinical and administrative competencies, a discussion of your goals and timeline, and an overview of a personalized study plan. The tutor will identify your strongest areas and areas needing the most focus, then explain how you'll work together to build mastery. This foundation helps make every subsequent session more effective and targeted.
The CMA Exam is scored on a scale of 200-600, and you need a minimum score of 425 to pass. The exam contains 180 multiple-choice questions, and your score reflects your overall competency in medical assisting knowledge and skills. A tutor can help you understand the content deeply enough to exceed the passing score and demonstrate genuine mastery of the profession.
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