Federal recognition establishes ACT as a national leader in online, competency‑based healthcare education—blending virtual training with hands-on clinical placements and registered apprenticeships.
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#ACTApprenticeship–Advanced eClinical Training (ACT), a nationally recognized provider of online allied‑health education, has been officially approved by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Office of Apprenticeship, as a Registered Apprenticeship Sponsor (#2025‑NH‑133154).
This federal designation places ACT among a distinguished group of nationally recognized academic and workforce development institutions authorized to deliver competency‑based healthcare apprenticeship programs that merge flexible online learning with paid, hands‑on clinical training and externship placements across the United States.
Establishing a New National Standard in Allied‑Health Education
ACT’s newly approved Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Registered Apprenticeship Program introduces an innovative, outcomes‑driven learning model designed to align education directly with employment.
The program integrates 480 hours of online, instructor‑guided coursework with 3,000 hours of paid, supervised clinical practice, enabling apprentices to develop professional competencies while earning wages.
Core training areas include:
- Patient care, health screening, and clinical workflow
- Phlebotomy and EKG administration
- Preventive health and medical documentation
- Medical law, ethics, and HIPAA compliance
- Electronic health records (EHR) and data management
Through strategic partnerships with healthcare employers, clinics, and workforce development boards, ACT ensures that every apprentice receives a guaranteed externship placement and structured hands‑on clinical experience—seamlessly transitioning learners from virtual instruction to professional practice.
Connecting Education to Employment
“Receiving official DOL approval reinforces our mission to make healthcare education accessible, affordable, and directly connected to employment,” said Shay Safarzadeh, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of ACT. “Our apprenticeship model merges online instruction with paid clinical placements, creating clear, debt‑free pathways into the healthcare workforce.”
The apprenticeship adheres to federal standards under Title 29 CFR Parts 29 and 30, ensuring compliance, equity, and accountability. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam and qualify for employment in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices nationwide.
Program Highlights
- Competency‑Based Framework: Apprentices progress through verified mastery of clinical and administrative skills rather than traditional seat‑time.
- Hybrid Learning Model: Combines 100 % online didactic instruction with in‑person clinical placements.
- Guaranteed Externship Placement: All participants receive structured externship support and job placement assistance.
- National Compliance: Fully recognized under U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship regulations.
About Advanced eClinical Training (ACT)
Advanced eClinical Training (ACT) is a U.S.-based, nationally recognized healthcare education provider offering online certification, simulation-based instruction, and registered apprenticeship programs. With a mission to democratize healthcare career access, ACT serves thousands of learners annually—ranging from pre-med students and adult learners to career-changers and underemployed workers.
By partnering with national employers and public workforce systems, ACT equips learners with industry-recognized credentials, hands-on experience, and direct hiring pipelines—all without the burden of student debt.
Contacts
Media Contact:
Cassidy Floyd
Director of Partnerships, Advanced eClinical Training (ACT)
[email protected]
