Medical assistant schools in McDonough, GA
6 schools within 30 miles of McDonough, GA offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is United Education Institute-Morrow in Morrow, 14 miles away. Medical assistants in Georgia earn a median $41,600 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- Closest
- 14 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in GA
- $41,600
6 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of McDonough, GA
School results
United Education Institute-Morrow
Morrow, GA · 14 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +2
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA · 15 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
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Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA · 24 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +19
United Education Institute-Stone Mountain
Stone Mountain, GA · 25 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +2
Woodruff Medical and Wellness Training
Tucker, GA · 28 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
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 McDonough?
The closest are United Education Institute-Morrow (Morrow, 14 mi), Southern Crescent Technical College (Griffin, 15 mi), and Atlanta Technical College (Atlanta, 24 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near McDonough cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,661 to $35,734. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near McDonough?
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 McDonough?
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.
Medical assistant schools in nearby cities
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- Kennesaw (48 mi)
- Macon (51 mi)