Medical assistant schools in Hazleton, PA

3 schools within 30 miles of Hazleton, PA offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is Schuylkill Technology Center in Frackville, 18 miles away. Medical assistants in Pennsylvania earn a median $43,920 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
18 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in PA
$43,920

3 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Hazleton, PA

School results

  1. Schuylkill Technology Center

    Frackville, PA · 18 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +2

  2. Fortis Institute - Forty Fort

    Forty Fort, PA · 23 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +1

  3. Lehigh Carbon Community College

    Schnecksville, PA · 27 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +12

What medical assistants earn in Pennsylvania

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

Medical assistant salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$43,920
$21.12 an hour
Typical range
$36,810–$48,500
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
23,050
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.

Hear from the best fits near Hazleton

One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options. Free, with no obligation.

  • Compare real costs and start dates
  • Ask about financial aid and apprenticeships
  • Your info goes only to the schools you're matched with

Step 1 of 3: Your trade

Compare medical assistant schools

Free · Takes 60 seconds · No obligation

Frequently asked questions

What are the closest medical assistant schools to Hazleton?

The closest are Schuylkill Technology Center (Frackville, 18 mi), Fortis Institute - Forty Fort (Forty Fort, 23 mi), and Lehigh Carbon Community College (Schnecksville, 27 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.

How much do medical assistant programs near Hazleton cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,797 to $23,291. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do medical assistants make near Hazleton?

Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $43,920 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 Hazleton?

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

Other programs near Hazleton

All trade schools near Hazleton