CT SB00457

Redefines "clinical medical assistant" to require certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants, National Healthcareer Association, National Center for Competency Testing, or American Medical Technologists.

Requires graduation from a postsecondary medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, or another U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting organization.

Alternatively allows programs offered by institutions of higher education with a minimum of 720 total hours, including 160 hours of clinical practice skills such as administering injections.

Permits individuals who completed relevant medical assistant training through any branch of the armed forces of the United States to qualify as clinical medical assistants.

Effective date is October 1, 2022.