Medical assistant schools in Gilroy, CA
8 schools within 30 miles of Gilroy, CA offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is CET-Watsonville in Watsonville, 11 miles away. Medical assistants in California earn a median $49,660 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 8
- Closest
- 11 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in CA
- $49,660
8 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Gilroy, CA
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Carrington College - San Jose
San Jose, CA · 20 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Pharmacy technician
- +5
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Central Coast College
Salinas, CA · 21 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomy
- +2
West Valley College
Saratoga, CA · 29 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- CAD & drafting
- Aviation maintenance
- +1
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
What are the closest medical assistant schools to Gilroy?
The closest are CET-Watsonville (Watsonville, 11 mi), Cabrillo College (Aptos, 19 mi), and Carrington College - San Jose (San Jose, 20 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Gilroy cost?
For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,423 to $36,466. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Gilroy?
Across California, the median pay is $49,660 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a medical assistant school in Gilroy?
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.