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Train for a rewarding healthcare career at a medical assistant school near you. Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties in physicians' offices, clinics, and healthcare facilities. With strong job growth and median salaries around $38,000, medical assisting offers a fast path into healthcare with opportunities for advancement.
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Medical assistant programs teach clinical skills (vital signs, injections, EKGs, phlebotomy) and administrative skills (scheduling, medical records, billing, insurance). Programs range from 9-month certificates to 2-year associate degrees with clinical externships.
Medical assistants earn a median salary of $38,270, with those in specialty practices earning more. The BLS projects 14% job growth through 2032—much faster than average—adding 118,000 new jobs.
Medical assistant schools prepare you for CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NCMA, and CCMA certifications. While certification isn't always required, certified medical assistants earn more and have better job prospects.
Medical assisting offers faster training than nursing while providing diverse clinical experience. Many medical assistants advance to office managers, nursing, or specialized roles.
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Medical assistant programs typically take 9-12 months for certificate programs or 2 years for associate degrees. Programs include classroom instruction, lab practice, and clinical externships.
While not always required, certification significantly improves job prospects and earning potential. Common certifications include CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NCMA, and CCMA.
Data Sources: All school, program, and outcomes data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Licensing requirements are sourced from state licensing boards. Apprenticeship data is from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Last updated: December 2025. Data is updated regularly to ensure accuracy. Learn about our methodology
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