Does a medical assistant need to be certified in Colorado?

In Colorado, a medical assistant is required to be certified in order to perform patient care tasks. The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) licenses medical assistants and sets the requirements for certification.

To be eligible for certification as a medical assistant in Colorado, an applicant must:

- Be at least 18 years old

- Have a high school diploma or equivalent

- Have completed an accredited medical assisting program

- Pass the Colorado Medical Assistant Certification Exam

Once an applicant has met these requirements, they can apply for certification through DORA. The application fee is $100 and the certification exam fee is $150.

Medical assistants who are certified in Colorado are required to renew their certification every two years. The renewal fee is $50.

By becoming certified, medical assistants in Colorado demonstrate their knowledge and skills and ensure that they are providing quality care to patients.