Medical assistant schools in Imperial Beach, CA
8 schools within 30 miles of Imperial Beach, CA offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is Pima Medical Institute - Chula Vista in Chula Vista, 4 miles away. Medical assistants in California earn a median $49,660 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 8
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in CA
- $49,660
8 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Imperial Beach, CA
School results
Pima Medical Institute - Chula Vista
Chula Vista, CA · 3.7 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- Dental assistant
- +3
UEI College - Chula Vista
Chula Vista, CA · 4.0 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +2
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA · 8.5 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +13
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Concorde Career College - San Diego
San Diego, CA · 9.3 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- Dental hygienist
- +3
North-West College-San Diego
San Diego, CA · 14 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical billing & coding
- +1
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA · 17 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +5
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 Imperial Beach?
The closest are Pima Medical Institute - Chula Vista (Chula Vista, 4 mi), UEI College - Chula Vista (Chula Vista, 4 mi), and Southwestern College (Chula Vista, 8 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Imperial Beach cost?
For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,814 to $46,503. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Imperial Beach?
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 Imperial Beach?
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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