After earning a degree or five years of education, medical assistants can fill out an application to sit for the RMA examination. Those who have not completed formal education or who completed their programs more than four years ago must include a recommendation from a supervisor or employer.
For other uses, see Alpine lake (disambiguation). Alpine lakes are classified as lakes or reservoirs at high altitudes, usually starting around 5,000 feet (1524 metres) in elevation above sea level or above the tree line.
Each drop of rain brings one of winter's landmark events in Marin a little bit closer. Alpine Lake, now only 3 feet from the top and rising, will crest and create a 140-foot stepped cascade across the backside of the dam.