Medical assistant schools in San Jose, CA
11 schools within 30 miles of San Jose, CA offer medical assistant programs, and 4 are in San Jose itself. Medical assistants in California earn a median $49,660 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 11
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in CA
- $49,660
11 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of San Jose, CA
School results
Carrington College - San Jose
San Jose, CA · 3.9 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Pharmacy technician
- +5
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Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
San Jose, CA · 7.2 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Dental assistant
- +3
West Valley College
Saratoga, CA · 11 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- CAD & drafting
- Aviation maintenance
- +1
Unitek College
Fremont, CA · 17 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Dental assistant
Canada College
Redwood City, CA · 27 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- Radiologic technologist
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 San Jose?
The closest are Carrington College - San Jose (San Jose, 4 mi), CET-San Jose (San Jose, 4 mi), and San Jose City College (San Jose, 6 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near San Jose cost?
For the 11 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $32 to $36,466. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near San Jose?
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 San Jose?
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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