(Clarksdale, Mississippi) – The Health Sciences Division announced a 100% pass rate for Spring 2026 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) graduates on their national certification exam. The achievement was recognized during the Health Sciences Pinning Ceremony held at the Pinnacle, highlighting the program’s effectiveness and student workforce readiness.
The achievement was recognized during the Health Sciences Pinning Ceremony, which honored graduates from the Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Phlebotomy and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant programs.
Dr. Chequitia Dixon, dean of health sciences, said the result reflects strong alignment between instruction, certification standards and workforce readiness.
"Students are demonstrating they can meet certification requirements and transition directly into health care roles," Dixon said.
Wanda Hargrow, CCMA instructor, and Dr. Undra Haggan, CCMA instructor, presented the graduates. Students completed training in patient care, medical office operations and certification preparation.
Spring 2026 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant graduates
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Name |
Hometown |
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Kirsten Bolton |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Kia Brooks |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Jamia Burnett |
Cleveland, Miss. |
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Chanterrius Clayton |
Cleveland, Miss. |
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Miracle Coleman |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Jamiyah Galmore |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Taicianna Gray |
Mound Bayou, Miss. |
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Jelisa Haggan |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Cora Hankins |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Wendy Harris |
Robinsonville, Miss. |
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La'Quisa Horton |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Calaijah Jackson |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Mikela Lindsey |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Kimberly Pascoe |
Shaw, Miss. |
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Kamouri Wilson |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
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Jada Yarbrough |
Clarksdale, Miss. |
The ceremony also highlighted continued opportunities within the programs, including nursing, respiratory care, paramedic emergency medicine, polysomnography and other allied health fields. The 100% pass rate marks a milestone for the division and reinforces the college's commitment to preparing students for certification, employment and advancement in health care.
About Coahoma Community College
Founded in 1949, Coahoma Community College is a public, comprehensive, historically Black community college serving the heart of the Mississippi Delta. Coahoma offers Associate of Arts degrees, Associate of Applied Science degrees, and specialized certificates across dozens of diverse academic and career pathways. Located on a 99-acre campus in Clarksdale, Mississippi, the College is celebrating 77 years of academic excellence. In addition to its affordable tuition and generous scholarship opportunities, Coahoma has earned widespread recognition in nursing and health sciences, career-technical education, and university transfer programs. Outside of the classroom, students are involved in competitive NJCAA athletics as well as a variety of organizations and clubs, including student government, the celebrated college choir, and the renowned Marching Maroon Typhoon Band.