Health Certifications and Medical Certifications Blog

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  • 22
    May
    Patient care technician skills — 7 Skills Every Patient Care Technician Needs (Beyond Certification)

    7 Skills Every Patient Care Technician Needs (Beyond Certification)

    The 7 skills every patient care technician needs in 2026 — three technical (phlebotomy, EKG, glucose) and four soft (EHR, communication, time management, escalation).

  • 22
    May
    Medical Coding vs Medical Assistant: Pay, Training, and Path — hero image

    Medical Coding vs Medical Assistant: Pay, Training, and Path

    Medical coding vs medical assistant: very different roles. Coders translate encounters into billing codes (often remote); MAs deliver direct patient care. Compare pay, training, and paths.

  • 21
    May
    CMA vs RMA: Which Medical Assistant Credential Wins in 2026? — hero image

    CMA vs RMA: Which Medical Assistant Credential Wins in 2026?

    CMA (AAMA) vs RMA (AMT): eligibility, pass rates, recertification cycles, and how to choose between two of the major medical assistant credentials.

  • 21
    May
    What does a postpartum doula do — What a Postpartum Doula Does (Plus What They Don’t Do)

    What a Postpartum Doula Does (Plus What They Don’t Do)

    Postpartum doulas support new parents with newborn care, feeding, sleep, light housework, and emotional support — typically 2-12 weeks at $25-$50/hour.

  • 20
    May
    How much is doula certification — How Much Does Doula Certification Cost in 2026?

    How Much Does Doula Certification Cost in 2026?

    Doula certification costs $300-$1,200 depending on the program. Compare DONA, CAPPA, Birth & Baby University, ProDoula, and others — plus what's NOT included.

  • 20
    May
    Mycaa medical assistant — MyCAA for Military Spouses: $4,000 for Medical Assistant Training

    MyCAA for Military Spouses: $4,000 for Medical Assistant Training

    MyCAA provides up to $4,000 for military spouses to earn portable healthcare credentials — CCMA, CPT, CPCT, CPhT. Eligibility, application steps, and pitfalls.

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