Medical assistant schools in Missouri
We found 16 schools offering medical assistant training in Missouri, with campuses in Kansas City, Springfield, Saint Louis, and Cape Girardeau and more. Medical assistants in Missouri earn a median $40,440 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 16
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in MO
- $40,440
- Cities with schools
- 7
16 medical assistant schools
School results
Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
Cape Girardeau, MO · Public
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +8
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Concorde Career College-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Phlebotomy
- +6
Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri
Springfield, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +5
North Central Missouri College
Trenton, MO · Public
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Pharmacy technician
- +4
St Charles Community College
Cottleville, MO · Public
- Medical assistant
- Welding
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +7
St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton
Fenton, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Respiratory therapist
- +1
St. Louis College of Health Careers - St. Louis
Saint Louis, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
WellSpring School of Allied Health - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Massage therapy
WellSpring School of Allied Health-Springfield
Springfield, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Massage therapy
Medical assistant schools by city
- Kansas City (5 within 30 mi)
- St. Louis (7 within 30 mi)
- Springfield (3 within 30 mi)
- Lee's Summit (5 within 30 mi)
- O'Fallon (5 within 30 mi)
- Ballwin (5 within 30 mi)
- Union (3 within 30 mi)
What medical assistants earn in Missouri
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in MissouriHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $40,440
- $19.44 an hour
- Typical range
- $35,810–$48,360
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MO
- 13,050
- 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 Missouri?
We list 16 schools in Missouri with medical assistant programs: 6 public colleges and 10 private career schools. Campuses are in Kansas City, Springfield, Saint Louis, Cape Girardeau, and Neosho.
Are there community college medical assistant programs in Missouri?
Yes. 6 public colleges in Missouri 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 Missouri?
Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,837 to $29,500. 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 Missouri?
The median pay for medical assistants in Missouri is $40,440 a year, and most earn between $35,810 and $48,360, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a medical assistant school in Missouri?
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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- HVAC schools (14)
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Medical assistant schools in other states
- California (152)
- Texas (71)
- Florida (61)
- Ohio (57)
- North Carolina (46)
- Michigan (45)
- Illinois (39)
- Pennsylvania (37)
- Georgia (34)
- Louisiana (34)
- New York (32)
- New Jersey (30)
- Arizona (27)
- Washington (25)
- Tennessee (24)
- Colorado (22)