Medical Scribes

Certification or Licensing

There is currently no national certification or licensing for medical scribes. The American College of Medical Scribe Specialists, the primary non-profit professional organization of medical scribes in the U.S., offers professional certification after candidates pass a Medical Scribe Certification and Aptitude Test and complete specific hours of clinical employment experience, evidencing their experience and expertise in the field. 

Other Requirements

Must speak English, though knowledge of other languages can be helpful.