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NCCT Tests

About NCCT

The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) is an independent credentialing organization that has tested healthcare professionals and instructors throughout the United States since 1989.  NCCT provides multiple qualifying paths for certification in the following roles:

  • ECG Technicians
  • Insurance & Coding Specialists
  • Medical Assistants
  • Medical Office Assistants
  • Phlebotomy Technicians

Testing Requirements

Please Note: NCCT Testing is conducted remotely as of June 2025. Simi Institute students and graduates should contact their instructor for a discount code.

Applicants must be a high school graduate, or equivalent, and be a graduate of approved course of study in the area of desired certification. Online testing is offered each month. For more information, please call 805.579.6200, ext. 1624.

Application

Application for testing must be submitted to NCCT at least two weeks prior to test date. 

Application

Fees

Test fees must be paid directly to NCCT

  • $119 - Exam fee for Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, ECG Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Insurance & Coding Specialist, Patient Care Technician, and Certified Postsecondary Instructor exams.
  • $199 - Exam fee for Tech in Surgery - Certified exams.