Cincinnati State Medical Assistant Certificate program

08/27/2026

Five years can take your career in directions you never expected.

You might step into a new role, build expertise in a specialty, take on greater responsibility, develop new skills, or become the person newer medical assistants turn to for guidance.

CMA (AAMA) certification is valid for 60 months, supporting your professional identity as you continue learning, growing, and discovering what comes next.

Learn more about CMA (AAMA) certification and where it can fit into your career journey: https://www.aama-ntl.org/certification

08/08/2026

08/05/2026

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07/31/2026

All four individuals are unvaccinated, according to ODH. https://www.wdtn.com/news/health/measles-outbreak-in-ohio-odh/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WDTN-TV

07/26/2026

The United States has reached its highest annual measles case count in 35 years, with 2,295 confirmed cases reported by late July 2026. According to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University, the total has already surpassed the entire 2025 count and marks the highest number of infections recorded since 1991, despite several months remaining in the year.

Public health experts say the rapid rise reflects the impact of several large outbreaks that spread through multiple states earlier in the year. South Carolina and Utah have been among the hardest-hit areas, contributing significantly to the national total. Because measles spreads very easily through the air, even small gaps in vaccination coverage can allow outbreaks to expand quickly.

Health officials are also concerned that continued transmission could put the country's measles-elimination status at risk. The United States achieved that milestone in 2000 after years of successful vaccination efforts. Experts note that maintaining high immunization coverage remains one of the most effective ways to limit outbreaks and protect communities.

Researchers and public health agencies are closely monitoring the situation as schools reopen and communities work to prevent additional spread during the remainder of 2026.

07/11/2026

Announcing the three final candidates for the next President of Cincinnati State!

Open forums are in-person and open to everyone. They are hosted in the Advanced Technology & Learning Center (ATLC) Room 211 at our Clifton campus.

David Ferreira, Ed. D.
Tuesday, July 14th; 11am - 12pm & 1:15 - 2:15pm

Robbin Hoopes, M.A., J.D.
Wednesday, July 15th; 11am - 12pm & 1:15 - 2:15pm

Marc Singer, Ed.D.
Thursday, July 16th; 11am - 12pm & 1:15 - 2:15pm

Visit our website for more information and to read the full biographies of each candidate: https://loom.ly/f4Aek00

07/08/2026

Medical assistants play an important role in promoting prevention of prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, reducing stigma, and supporting patients with compassionate, evidence-based care.

Expand your knowledge with the free AAMA webinar "Alcohol Awareness for Healthcare Workers: Screening, Stigma, and Support for Families," and earn 1 free CEU.

💻 Learn more and register on the AAMA website: https://ow.ly/YrC150Zlg3f