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CCMA Practice Test 2026 — Free CCMA Exam Prep Questions

The NHA CCMA exam certifies clinical medical assistants in patient intake, vital signs, infection control, point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, EKG and patient care coordination. Our practice questions follow the domains of NHA's current test plan and focus on the clinical scenarios that make up more than half of the exam.

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The provider orders a flu vaccine. When the CCMA explains the injection, the patient says nothing but rolls up his sleeve and extends his arm. What type of consent has the patient given?

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Exam essentials

CCMA format, scoring & key facts

Computer-based at a PSI test center, by PSI live remote proctoring, or on site at a school or employer with an NHA-approved proctor. Since June 1, 2026 PSI provides an on-screen calculator and whiteboard instead of scratch paper.

Questions180150 scored
Testing time3 hr
Passing scoreScaled score of 390 (scale 200–500)Range 200–500
Question typesMultiple choice with one best answer: short clinical, administrative and communication scenarios. 150 items are scored and 30 are unscored pretest items.
More CCMA facts
Questions180 multiple choice (150 scored, 30 pretest)
Time3 hours
Passing scoreScaled 390 on a 200–500 scale
ContentClinical Patient Care 56% (intake, patient care, infection control, POCT, phlebotomy, EKG), plus foundational science, A&P, care coordination, administrative, communication and law/ethics
Test planCCMA 3.0, based on the 2022 job analysis (live since January 2024)
TestingPSI test center, live remote proctoring, or on-site school proctoring
Retakes3 attempts, 30 days apart, then a 1-year wait
RenewalEvery 2 years with 10 CE credits

Facts last verified Oct 17, 2026. Source: www.nhanow.com/certifications/clinical-medical-assistant. Always confirm details with NHA before your exam.

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When can you take the CCMA?

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Plan backwards from your exam date

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6–8 weeks beforeTake the free diagnostic and find your weakest domains.
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Content outline

What the CCMA covers

Every PrepBanq CCMA test mirrors the official domain weights.

Domain distribution

% of the exam
Foundational Knowledge and Basic Science 10%Anatomy and Physiology 5.3%Clinical Patient Care 56%Patient Care Coordination and Education 8%Administrative Assisting 8%Communication and Customer Service 8%Medical Law and Ethics 4.7%
Content domainWeight≈ Questions on examOur practice questions
Foundational Knowledge and Basic ScienceHealth care systems and settings, medical terminology, basic pharmacology and scope of practice (15 items).
10%~1515 questions →
Anatomy and PhysiologyBody structures and organ systems, and pathophysiology and disease processes (8 items).
5.3%~88 questions →
Clinical Patient CarePatient intake and vitals, general patient care, infection control and safety, point-of-care testing and lab procedures, phlebotomy, and EKG/cardiovascular testing (84 items).
56%~8484 questions →
Patient Care Coordination and EducationCare coordination, referrals, preventive care and patient education (12 items).
8%~1212 questions →
Administrative AssistingScheduling, insurance and billing basics, and medical records in the EHR (12 items).
8%~1212 questions →
Communication and Customer ServiceTherapeutic and professional communication, communication barriers and conflict de-escalation (12 items).
8%~1212 questions →
Medical Law and EthicsHIPAA, consent, scope of practice, legal and ethical responsibilities (7 items).
4.7%~77 questions →
Registration

How to register for the CCMA

Eligibility

A high school diploma or equivalent (or scheduled to earn one, for a provisional certificate) plus either completion of a medical assistant training program within the last 5 years, or 1 year of supervised medical assisting work within the last 3 years.

Retake policy

Up to 3 attempts, at least 30 days apart; after a third unsuccessful attempt you wait 1 year. Each attempt requires the full exam fee.

Score release

Results are released through your NHA account after the exam.

Credential renewal

Certification renews every 2 years with 10 continuing education credits and a renewal fee.

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How it works

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CCMA FAQ

How many questions are on the CCMA?

The CCMA has 180 questions (150 of them scored) and you have 3 hours to finish. Question types: Multiple choice with one best answer: short clinical, administrative and communication scenarios. 150 items are scored and 30 are unscored pretest items..

How long is the CCMA exam?

Testing time for the CCMA is 3 hours.

What is the passing score for the CCMA?

CCMA passing standard: Scaled score of 390 (scale 200–500). Score range: 200–500.

What is on the CCMA?

The CCMA covers Foundational Knowledge and Basic Science (about 10%), Anatomy and Physiology (about 5.3%), Clinical Patient Care (about 56%), Patient Care Coordination and Education (about 8%), Administrative Assisting (about 8%), Communication and Customer Service (about 8%), Medical Law and Ethics (about 4.7%).

Who administers the CCMA?

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Exam is administered by NHA. Delivery: Computer-based at a PSI test center, by PSI live remote proctoring, or on site at a school or employer with an NHA-approved proctor. Since June 1, 2026 PSI provides an on-screen calculator and whiteboard instead of scratch paper.

Can you retake the CCMA?

Up to 3 attempts, at least 30 days apart; after a third unsuccessful attempt you wait 1 year. Each attempt requires the full exam fee.

Is there a free CCMA practice test?

Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free CCMA practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real CCMA formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.

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