Medical assistant schools in Massachusetts

We found 17 schools offering medical assistant training in Massachusetts, with campuses in Gardner, Worcester, Springfield, and Fall River and more. Medical assistants in Massachusetts earn a median $49,460 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
17
Public colleges
15
Median pay in MA
$49,460
Cities with schools
14

17 medical assistant schools

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  1. Bristol Community College

    Fall River, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • CNC machining
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +11

  2. Bunker Hill Community College

    Boston, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +9

  3. Cape Cod Community College

    West Barnstable, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +6

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  5. Charles H McCann Technical School

    North Adams, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  6. Greenfield Community College

    Greenfield, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +2

  7. Holyoke Community College

    Holyoke, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +4

  8. Massachusetts Bay Community College

    Wellesley Hills, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +10

  9. Massasoit Community College

    Brockton, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

  10. Middlesex Community College

    Bedford, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • Dental assistant
    • +8

  11. Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus

    Pittsfield, MA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Cosmetology
    • +1

  12. Motoring Technical Training Institute

    Seekonk, MA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +2

  13. Mount Wachusett Community College

    Gardner, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +7

  14. North Shore Community College

    Danvers, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +14

  15. Northern Essex Community College

    Haverhill, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Phlebotomy
    • +12

  16. Quinsigamond Community College

    Worcester, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +20

  17. Southeastern Technical Institute

    South Easton, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +6

  18. Springfield Technical Community College

    Springfield, MA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +18

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What medical assistants earn in Massachusetts

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

Medical assistant salary in MassachusettsHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$49,460
$23.78 an hour
Typical range
$43,280–$61,870
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MA
14,880
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 Massachusetts?

We list 17 schools in Massachusetts with medical assistant programs: 15 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Gardner, Worcester, Springfield, Fall River, and Boston.

Are there community college medical assistant programs in Massachusetts?

Yes. 15 public colleges in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?

Among the 16 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,624 to $20,255. 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 Massachusetts?

The median pay for medical assistants in Massachusetts is $49,460 a year, and most earn between $43,280 and $61,870, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical assistant school in Massachusetts?

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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