Medical assistant schools in California

We found 152 schools offering medical assistant training in California, with campuses in Anaheim, Sacramento, Riverside, and Ontario and more. Medical assistants in California earn a median $49,660 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
152
Public colleges
49
Median pay in CA
$49,660
Cities with schools
72

24 medical assistant schools

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  1. Allan Hancock College

    Santa Maria, CA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +14

  2. American Career College - Anaheim

    Anaheim, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +7

  3. American Career College - Los Angeles

    Los Angeles, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +4

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  5. American Career College - Ontario

    Ontario, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +6

  6. ATA College

    El Cajon, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical lab technician
    • +1

  7. Carrington College - Sacramento

    Sacramento, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +4

  8. Carrington College - San Jose

    San Jose, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +5

  9. Carrington College - Stockton

    Stockton, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +3

  10. Carrington College-Pleasant Hill Campus

    Pleasant Hill, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +3

  11. Carrington College-San Leandro Campus

    San Leandro, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  12. Casa Loma College-Los Angeles

    Sherman Oaks, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Physical therapist assistant

  13. Central Coast College

    Salinas, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Phlebotomy
    • +2

  14. Cerro Coso Community College

    Ridgecrest, CA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  15. City College of San Francisco

    San Francisco, CA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  16. College of the Redwoods

    Eureka, CA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +11

  17. Concorde Career College - North Hollywood

    North Hollywood, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • Surgical technologist
    • +2

  18. Concorde Career College - San Bernardino

    San Bernardino, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +3

  19. Glendale Career College

    Glendale, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

  20. National Career College

    Panorama City, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1

  21. UEI College - Anaheim

    Anaheim, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  22. UEI College - Bakersfield

    Bakersfield, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +4

  23. UEI College - Chula Vista

    Chula Vista, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

  24. UEI College - Encino

    Encino, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • Medical billing & coding

  25. UEI College - Oceanside

    Oceanside, CA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

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What medical assistants earn in California

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Medical assistant salary in CaliforniaHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$49,660
$23.88 an hour
Typical range
$39,290–$77,300
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
117,060
Job growth, 2025–35
+12.9%
109,700 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many medical assistant schools are in California?

We list 152 schools in California with medical assistant programs: 49 public colleges, 8 private nonprofit schools, and 95 private career schools. Campuses are in Anaheim, Sacramento, Riverside, Ontario, and San Jose.

Are there community college medical assistant programs in California?

Yes. 49 public colleges in California offer medical assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does medical assistant school cost in California?

Among the 141 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $32 to $51,867. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do medical assistants make in California?

The median pay for medical assistants in California is $49,660 a year, and most earn between $39,290 and $77,300, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical assistant school in California?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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