Medical assistant schools in Amherst Town, MA
3 schools within 30 miles of Amherst Town, MA offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, 14 miles away. Medical assistants in Massachusetts earn a median $49,460 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 14 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in MA
- $49,460
3 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Amherst Town, MA
School results
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA · 14 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical billing & coding
- +4
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA · 17 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- EMT & paramedic
- +2
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA · 18 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- HVAC technician
- CNC machining
- +18
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
What are the closest medical assistant schools to Amherst Town?
The closest are Holyoke Community College (Holyoke, 14 mi), Greenfield Community College (Greenfield, 17 mi), and Springfield Technical Community College (Springfield, 18 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Amherst Town cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,662 to $8,068. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Amherst Town?
Across Massachusetts, the median pay is $49,460 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 Amherst Town?
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Medical assistant schools in nearby cities
- Springfield (17 mi)
- Greenfield (18 mi)
- Worcester (36 mi)
- North Adams (38 mi)
- Leominster (39 mi)
- Hartford, CT (42 mi)
- Torrington, CT (49 mi)
- Framingham (55 mi)