Medical assistant schools in Connecticut

Looking for medical assistant schools in Connecticut? There are 9, including 1 public college, 1 private nonprofit school, and 7 private career schools. Medical assistants in Connecticut earn a median $47,430 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
1
Median pay in CT
$47,430
Cities with schools
8

9 medical assistant schools

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  1. American Institute of Healthcare & Technology

    Stratford, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1
  2. American Institute-West Hartford

    West Hartford, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Dental assistant
    • +3
  3. Connecticut State Community College

    New Britain, CT · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +23
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  5. Goodwin University

    East Hartford, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +5
  6. Lincoln Technical Institute-East Windsor

    East Windsor, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +5
  7. Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain

    New Britain, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +1
  8. Lincoln Technical Institute-Shelton

    Shelton, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2
  9. Porter & Chester Institute

    Bridgeport, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8
  10. Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden

    Hamden, CT · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +5

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What medical assistants earn in Connecticut

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

Median pay
$47,430
$22.81 an hour
Typical range
$38,480–$59,530
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CT
10,250
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 Connecticut?

We list 9 schools in Connecticut with medical assistant programs: 1 public college, 1 private nonprofit school, and 7 private career schools. Campuses are in New Britain, Stratford, West Hartford, East Hartford, and East Windsor.

Are there community college medical assistant programs in Connecticut?

Yes. 1 public college in Connecticut 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 Connecticut?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $11,513 to $38,521. 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 Connecticut?

The median pay for medical assistants in Connecticut is $47,430 a year, and most earn between $38,480 and $59,530, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical assistant school in Connecticut?

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.