Put to the Test: The CMA (AAMA) Certification Practice Exam Prepares You for Excellence
For those who plan to certify or recertify their credential by exam, the AAMA offers the CMA (AAMA) Certification Practice Exam, which can be used to simulate the experience of taking the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam.
Studying for the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam can be daunting, but working through the practice exam will familiarize you with the format and types of questions you can expect on the certification exam. The practice exam is also a wonderful aid for anxious test-takers who want to feel confident about their preparedness and expectations for the exam.
Much like the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam, the CMA (AAMA) Certification Practice Exam consists of 200 questions. The practice exam is divided into 10 practice modules containing 20 questions each. A timer helps the test taker pace themselves and replicate the actual experience of taking the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam.
The practice exam costs $30 for members and nonmembers. Once purchased, you can access the practice exam for 90 days. You can go through the set of 200 questions only twice.
While the questions are not the exact same as those on the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam, the content and format is modeled after the exam to aid students who want to feel prepared. For more information on the subject matter covered by the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam, visit the “Prepare” webpage and download the Content Outline for the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam.
Practice exams are a great studying tool, as they replicate the experience of taking an actual test.
Taking and passing the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam is crucial to your career as a medical assistant. The exam ensures your continuing knowledge and competency in the field. The CMA (AAMA) Certification Practice Exam is an optional tool available for your use. Taking enough time to review will help you rest easy the night before your test, knowing that you understand the information and have the expertise needed to easily pass the exam!
Learn more by visiting the “Certification” webpage.
Disclaimer: Performance on the practice exam does not ensure a passing score on the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam. The percentage of items on the practice exam in the general, clinical, and administrative areas do not mirror the percentage of items in each category on the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam.
Reviewed 7/8/25