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Peyton

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6+ years

Peyton

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Peyton's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

I'm a science business major on a pre-med track as of right now but I am also interested in pre-law. I love math and science and have a specific passion for chemistry. Outside of school I love working with animals and tutoring people. I also enjoy hiking and just about anything to do with the outdoo...

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University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Test Scores
ACT
34
Farwah

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Farwah

Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Farwah's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Nutrition
Genetics

I am a medical student and public health student who is very passionate about teaching! I have over 200 hours of tutoring experience, and am also an assistant professor who enjoys engaging with students and helping them achieve their full potential. I have experience teaching many many subjects such...

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Georgia State University

Bachelor of Science, Public Health

Test Scores
SAT
1450
Kate

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Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

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Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Jeffrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jeffrey

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...

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University of Notre Dame

Bachelor of Science

Rice University

Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Erika

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Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

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Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Zachary

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Zachary

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
Zachary's other Tutor Subjects
Trigonometry
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...

Education

Yale University

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
33
Charles

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Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CMA exam is divided into three major sections: General (anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and healthcare law), Administrative (medical records, scheduling, billing, and insurance), and Clinical (patient care, specimen handling, vital signs, and basic laboratory procedures). Most test-takers find the clinical section most challenging because it requires both theoretical knowledge and practical application of hands-on skills. A tutor can help you master the interconnections between these areas—for example, understanding how proper specimen collection (clinical) relates to chain-of-custody documentation (administrative).

Students typically find three areas most difficult: pharmacology calculations and drug interactions, the distinction between medical assistant scope of practice versus nurse responsibilities, and clinical procedures that require memorizing precise step sequences (like EKG placement or venipuncture protocols). Additionally, many candidates underestimate the administrative section's depth—insurance coding, medical billing cycles, and HIPAA compliance require careful study. Personalized instruction helps you identify which specific gaps are holding you back and build targeted practice around those weak points rather than reviewing material you've already mastered.

The best CMA tutors hold current CMA certification themselves and have hands-on clinical or administrative experience in medical settings—this ensures they understand not just the test content, but the real-world context behind it. They should be familiar with the specific exam format (200 multiple-choice questions, 4-hour time limit) and understand common test-taking pitfalls like misreading questions about scope of practice or confusing similar clinical procedures. Look for tutors who can explain the 'why' behind answers, not just the correct choice, and who can connect abstract concepts like medical law to practical scenarios you'll encounter on the exam.

Most candidates benefit from 3-4 months of focused preparation, though this varies based on your clinical experience and knowledge gaps. A tutor helps you create a realistic study schedule that balances all three content areas proportionally—many self-study candidates spend too much time on one section and run out of time for others. Tutors also help you build in spaced repetition and practice testing at strategic intervals, which research shows significantly improves retention and exam performance compared to cramming. They can adjust your timeline based on practice test scores and identify which topics need more intensive review.

Practice tests are essential—they familiarize you with the exam format, help you build time management skills (you need to average 1.2 minutes per question), and reveal your actual weak spots versus areas where you're confident. Many candidates make the mistake of taking practice tests once and moving on; instead, a tutor can help you analyze each wrong answer to determine if you missed it due to knowledge gaps, misreading, or test anxiety. The most effective approach is taking full-length timed practice tests every 2-3 weeks, reviewing errors in detail with a tutor, then targeting those specific topics before your next practice attempt.

Clinical procedures require memorizing precise sequences—like the correct order of blood draw tubes, proper EKG electrode placement, or sterile technique steps—where one mistake can mean the question is wrong. A tutor can help you use mnemonics, flowcharts, and visual associations to lock these sequences into memory, then quiz you repeatedly using retrieval practice (which strengthens recall far better than passive review). They can also help you understand the reasoning behind each step, so you can answer application questions that ask why a particular procedure is done in a certain order, not just what the order is.

Scope of practice questions are tricky because they test your understanding of legal and ethical boundaries—what a medical assistant can and cannot do independently—which varies by state and employer. Candidates often confuse MA responsibilities with those of nurses, physicians, or lab technicians, leading to incorrect answers on questions that sound similar but have different correct answers based on who is legally permitted to perform the task. A tutor can help you build a clear mental framework of MA scope (you can take vital signs and prepare patients, but cannot interpret results or give injections without supervision) and practice applying that framework to scenario-based questions that test nuanced distinctions.

With 200 questions in 4 hours, you have roughly 72 seconds per question—not much time for lengthy calculations or second-guessing. A tutor can help you develop a pacing strategy: answer questions you're confident about first, mark difficult ones to return to if time permits, and avoid spending more than 2-3 minutes on any single question. Practice tests are where you build this skill; a tutor can review your practice test performance to identify if you're spending too much time on specific question types (like calculations or scenario-based questions) and teach you shortcuts or decision-making frameworks to speed up your response without sacrificing accuracy.

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