Medical assistant schools in Stockton, CA
6 schools within 30 miles of Stockton, CA offer medical assistant programs, and 2 are in Stockton itself. Medical assistants in California earn a median $49,660 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- Closest
- 1 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in CA
- $49,660
6 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Stockton, CA
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Carrington College - Stockton
Stockton, CA · 1.7 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- Dental assistant
- +3
San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto
Salida, CA · 21 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- Pharmacy technician
- +2
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Stellar Career College
Modesto, CA · 23 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- Veterinary technician
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA · 27 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Phlebotomy
- +4
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 Stockton?
The closest are UEI College - Stockton (Stockton, 1 mi), Carrington College - Stockton (Stockton, 2 mi), and San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto (Salida, 21 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Stockton cost?
For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,818 to $37,481. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Stockton?
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 Stockton?
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.