How Hard Is the CMA (AAMA) Exam? (2026)
AAMA reports a 69% first-time pass rate (Jul 2024 to Apr 2025). Passing score 405/800. What drives CMA (AAMA) exam difficulty and how to prepare.
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CMA (AAMA) Exam Requirements: Eligibility Categories Explained (2026)
CMA (AAMA) has 5 eligibility categories: accredited grad, nonrecent grad, recertificant, Alternative Pathway, educator. Fees, 90-day window, retake rules.
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What’s on the CMA (AAMA) Exam? Content Areas Explained
The CMA (AAMA) exam has 200 questions across 3 categories: Clinical Competency (59%), General (21%), Administrative (20%). Full breakdown.
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CMA (AAMA) vs CCMA (NHA): Which Medical Assistant Certification Should You Choose?
CMA (AAMA) and CCMA (NHA) compared: eligibility paths, exam structure, fees, and recertification. Neutral, certifier-verified breakdown.
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What to Bring to the CMA (AAMA) Exam: Test Day Rules and What to Expect
CMA (AAMA) test day, verified against AAMA policy: PSI test center or Live Remote Proctoring, ID rules, the 15 minute late rule, and what to bring.
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What Happens If You Fail the CMA (AAMA) Exam? Retake Policy and Next Steps
Failed the CMA (AAMA) exam? You get up to 6 attempts in 12 months, no required wait, and a score report showing exactly what to study next.
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How Much Does the CMA (AAMA) Exam Cost? Fees Explained (2026)
CMA (AAMA) exam fees as of 2026: $125 members / $250 nonmembers, retake and recertification costs, verified directly from AAMA’s application policy.