Medical assistant schools in Atlanta, GA

12 schools within 30 miles of Atlanta, GA offer medical assistant programs, and one is in Atlanta itself. Medical assistants in Georgia earn a median $41,600 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
12
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in GA
$41,600

12 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Atlanta, GA

School results

  1. Atlanta Technical College

    Atlanta, GA · 3.7 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  2. Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta

    Marietta, GA · 10 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician

  3. Georgia Piedmont Technical College

    Clarkston, GA · 11 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +19

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  5. Fortis College - Smyrna

    Smyrna, GA · 12 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +2

  6. Woodruff Medical and Wellness Training

    Tucker, GA · 12 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)

  7. Gwinnett College-Marietta Campus

    Marietta, GA · 12 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding

  8. Gwinnett College - Sandy Springs

    Sandy Springs, GA · 12 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Massage therapy

  9. United Education Institute-Stone Mountain

    Stone Mountain, GA · 14 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

  10. Chattahoochee Technical College

    Marietta, GA · 14 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +28

  11. United Education Institute-Morrow

    Morrow, GA · 14 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

  12. Gwinnett College - Lilburn

    Lilburn, GA · 20 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • Massage therapy

  13. Gwinnett Technical College

    Lawrenceville, GA · 25 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

What medical assistants earn in Georgia

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

Medical assistant salary in GeorgiaHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$41,600
$20.00 an hour
Typical range
$34,270–$51,430
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in GA
28,780
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 Atlanta?

The closest are Atlanta Technical College (Atlanta, 4 mi), Lincoln College of Technology-Marietta (Marietta, 10 mi), and Georgia Piedmont Technical College (Clarkston, 11 mi). In total, 12 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.

How much do medical assistant programs near Atlanta cost?

For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,407 to $35,734. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do medical assistants make near Atlanta?

Across Georgia, the median pay is $41,600 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 Atlanta?

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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