Bill > H5183

This bill amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to revise the certification requirements for certified medical assistants (CMAs) and to expand the nursing tasks that can be delegated by physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). The bill provides additional pathways for individuals to qualify as CMAs, including through accredited medical assisting education programs, Career and Technical Education Health Sciences Programs, military medical assisting programs, registered apprenticeships, and employer-provided training programs. The bill also allows existing CMAs who do not meet the new education or training requirements to continue practicing until July 15, 2026. Additionally, the bill expands the list of nursing tasks that can be delegated to UAP, including point-of-care testing, screening tests, and nonclinical tasks performed via telemedicine.