The program has 3 mandatory levels. The students are required to pass the certification test and or passing criteria of each level to progress to the next.
The first level of this program is considered, as the most important level since it trains students the essential and fundamental skills required for the vast varied industry of medical scribing.
LEVEL 1: DURATION TENTATIVELY 4 MONTHS / 616 CLASS HOURS
This level requires the student to complete a minimum of 616 hours of training. Each academic month of this level requires 22 days of classroom training with 7 class hours per day and additional hours for assessment tests.
The students are compulsorily required to attend 4 monthly assessment tests also known as Monthly Tests and a Pre-FLC Test (a model exam before attending the First Level Certification Test i.e. FLC Test). The results of monthly assessment tests maybe a combination of various periodic tests (including but not limited to chapter-wise tests) and/or a set of examinations held at the end of every 22 days of classes.
The subjects trained in Level 1, duration, and passing criteria of the FLC Test are as mentioned below:
| No. |
Subjects |
Duration |
FLC Test Passing Criteria |
|
1
|
Language of Medicine
|
176 hours
|
80% marks
|
|
2
|
English Grammar & Americanism
|
220 hours
|
80% marks
|
|
3
|
Medical Coding
|
44 hours
|
80% marks
|
|
4
|
Typing
|
176 hours
|
50 WPM with 95% Accuracy
|
LEVEL 2: DURATION TENTATIVELY 4 MONTHS
The training for the second level will be at a facility located in Bengaluru. During this tuition-fee-free period, the students shall be paid stipends of up to INR 12000/- per month. This level requires the students to successfully complete training in the following subjects:
- Medical Scribing Essentials
- Audio + Typing
- Video + Typing
Students who successfully complete the training of this level shall be permitted to proceed to the Level 3 training of CPMSÒ. In the event of the student not meeting the criteria for passing Level 2 of CPMSÒ, but is found fit to be trained for the designation Clinical Note Reviewer, the student shall be informed and permitted to apply for the same. The starting salary of this job post-training shall be up to INR 30000 per month.
LEVEL 3: DURATION TENTATIVELY 2 MONTHS
The member institutes are strictly required to provide the following facilities for the students of CPMS. In the event of the institute failing to provide any of the below mentioned facilities within the campus, students are requested to inform us at the earliest.
- Fully Air-conditioned classrooms and labs.
- Fully functional PC, keyboard and headphone per student.
- Maximum number of students 16 – 18 per classroom
- Classroom/s should have White board & A/V projector/TV with audio and Internet support.
- Full time power backup
- High speed internet connectivity for study and examination purposes
- Unlimited availability of drinking water
- Clean and hygienic toilets
- Clean and hygiene classrooms and labs.
Can I pursue CMA (US) along with my graduation? 
Yes you can, provided you make it sure that you can be a graduate within next 1 year. Write us to info@leoraacademy.com to know details.
Does Leora Academy show any shortcut way to success?
No. Leora International Academy believes that there are no shortcuts to success; however, there are always smarter routes to reach your goal.Believe in our routes – have trust on your own abilities – You are a CMA (US) in next 8 months.
How long it takes to get CMA certification?
It takes 8 months to 1 year for an avg candidate to complete the course.
How should I collect my CMA books and software?
You will get the Books & software directly from Leora International Academy.
How to enroll in CMA Program?
To enroll in the CMA program, you will need to enroll with Leora International Academy for books and coaching and register with IMA for appearing in exams.
What are the highlights of CMA program?
This highly regarded program is specifically designed to measure expertise in the practice areas most critical to accountants and financial professionals working in businesses and organizations, including :
- Financial Planning and Analysis
- Financial Management
- Internal Controls
- Risk Management
- Cost Management
- Performance Management
- Decision Analysis
- Professional Ethics
What are the steps required to earn CMA certification?
This highly regarded program is specifically designed to measure expertise in the practice areas most critical to accountants and financial professionals working in businesses and organizations, including :
- Take preparations for exams using software and coaching.
- Taking Membership of IMA (US).
- Completion of Part 1 and Part 2 of the CMA exam,
- Producing a bachelor’s degree certificate from an accredited college or university,
- Producing two years of professional experience in accounting or finance.
What is CMA (US) ?
The CMA is the globally recognized, advanced-level credential appropriate for accountants and financial professionals in business. Achieving the CMA demonstrates your professional expertise in financial planning, analysis, control, decision support, and professional ethics – skills that are in demand by organizations around the world.
Whether you want to enhance the value you bring to your current position, or expand your career potential, the CMA will help you set the standard for professional excellence. The CMA certification is provided by IMA (US).
What is IMA (US)?
IMA or Institute of Management Accountants, US is the worldwide association of accountants and financial professionals working in business. IMA’s objective is to empower accountants and financial professionals of the world to drive business performance. IMA is committed to help more than 70,000 of IMA members to expand their professional skills, better manage their organization, and enhance their career. Check imanet.org for details.
What is the CMA exam structure?
The CMA exam is organized into two parts, which can be taken in any order. Each exam part is four hours in length and includes 100 multiple-choice questions and two 30-minute essay questions.
Part One: Financial Planning, Performance and Control
- Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting
- Performance Management
- Cost Management
- Internal Controls
- Professional Ethics
Part Two : Financial Decision Making
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Corporate Finance
- Decision Analysis and Risk Management
- Investment Decisions
- Professional Ethics
Only one exam part can be taken at a time. Candidates must register to take one exam part within the first 12 months of entering the program and must complete both exam parts within three years.
What is the job prospect after CMA (US)?
A smart and globally accepted credential like CMA (US) has bright job prospects in MNCs of India, Middle East, Australia, Far-East Countries and the US. CMAs have what it takes to be strategic business partners and effective financial managers and drive business performance to the highest level.The CMA credential represents a mark of excellence in the field as well as a competitive career advantage. Leading employers know the CMA designation reflects solid achievement in, and commitment to, the profession. An experienced CMA (US) is a most eligible CFO or Director (Finance) candidate in an MNC. Professionals holding the CMA can earn nearly $25,000 higher total compensation than their noncertified peers.
Click here to get an International CMA salary survey made by IMA, US.
What is the pass mark of CMA exam?
The scores for each part of the CMA exams are graded on a scale from 0 to 500. On this scale, a score of 360 represents the minimum passing score.
On each part of the exam, there are 100 multiple choice questions and two 30-minute essay questions. You will have 3 hours to complete the multiple choice section and one hour to complete the essays. The essays will be presented after you have completed the multiple choice section of the exam or after 3 hours, whichever comes first. Once you complete and exit the multiple choice section of the exam, you cannot go back. You must remain in the essay section to complete the exam. Note: You MUST answer at least 50% of the multiple-choice questions correctly to be eligible to take the essay section.
Where should I write the CMA exams?
CMA exams are conducted through the worldwide network of Prometric Testing Centers. You will get prometrics in all major cities of the world. Write us at info@leoraacademy.com to know the location of your nearest prometric.
Who should opt for CMA (US)?
- Professionals and Students who want to differentiate themselves from the competition and play global.
- Accounting experts who need more finance skills
- Finance experts who need more accounting skills
- Employers who realize they have a skills gap within their finance and accounting team
- Employers who embrace continuous professional development for their finance teams
- Employers who need a sorting device for making hiring decisions
Why should I opt for CMA (US) to be a professional accountant and not for other courses?
It is a much researched conclusion that the CMA (US) course has the highest ROTI (Return of Time and Investment) compared to other courses of similar repute. To get a comparative study write us to info@leoraacademy.com.
