Medical Scribe
The primary duty of a scribe is to record the clinical, family, and social history of the patient in real time.
Why Choose New York Academy
Graduates pursue roles as a Medical Scribe in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare practices.
What You’ll Learn
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Hands-on clinical training with real equipment
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Small class sizes with individualized instruction
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Taught by working healthcare professionals
The Medical Scribe program prepares you to work alongside physicians in real time, documenting patient encounters so providers can focus on care instead of paperwork. In ten weeks, you will learn medical documentation, electronic health records charting, and clinical workflow.
A Front-Row Seat in Medicine
Medical Scribes gain unmatched clinical exposure while supporting physician efficiency. Graduates find opportunities in:
Emergency departments
Physician offices and specialty clinics
Urgent care centers
Telehealth documentation roles
Practice on Real Charting Systems
You will train on electronic health record charting and practice documenting simulated patient encounters in real time.
Built Around Industry Standards
Curriculum is mapped to the competencies expected for national Certified Medical Scribe Professional credentials.
Train medical scribes who can accurately document patient encounters in real time, navigate electronic health records systems, and support physician workflow while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Clinical Documentation Foundations
Build the knowledge every scribe needs:
Medical terminology and clinical documentation standards
Anatomy and common diagnoses by specialty
HIPAA and documentation compliance
Charting and Workflow Skills
Develop real-time documentation competency:
Electronic health records charting
History of present illness and review of systems documentation
Order entry and results tracking
Real-time transcription during patient encounters
Professional Practice
Prepare for the clinical workplace and certification:
Physician-scribe communication and workflow etiquette
Speed and accuracy under time pressure
Certified Medical Scribe Professional exam review
A 10-week program totaling 160 academic hours, combining classroom instruction, charting lab practice, and supervised clinical shadowing.
Module 1 — Documentation Foundations (Weeks 1–3)
Terminology and structure of clinical documentation
Confidentiality standards for real-time documentation
Module 2 — Charting Skills (Weeks 4–7)
Navigating EHR systems and structured note templates
Simulated patient encounters and live charting practice
Module 3 — Shadowing & Exam Prep (Weeks 8–10)
Supervised documentation alongside a physician
Practice testing mapped to the national scribe certification exam
Graduates are prepared to sit for the national Certified Medical Scribe Professional (CMSP) exam.
Applicant Profile
We look for candidates who type quickly and accurately, are detail-oriented, and are comfortable in fast-paced clinical environments.
Academic Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Strong typing speed and accuracy
Basic computer literacy
Required Documentation
Completed admission application
Government-issued photo ID
Background check prior to clinical shadowing
Clinical Shadowing Requirements
Approved clinical attire
Reliable transportation to the shadowing site
Proof of immunizations for clinical shadowing
Career Outlook
Graduates pursue roles as a Medical Scribe in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare practices.
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