Medical assistant schools in West Virginia

Looking for medical assistant schools in West Virginia? There are 14, including 6 public colleges and 8 private career schools. Medical assistants in West Virginia earn a median $37,180 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
14
Public colleges
6
Median pay in WV
$37,180
Cities with schools
7

14 medical assistant schools

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  1. Blue Ridge Community and Technical College

    Martinsburg, WV · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +11

  2. BridgeValley Community & Technical College

    South Charleston, WV · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +16

  3. Martinsburg College

    Martinsburg, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

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  5. Mountwest Community & Technical College

    Huntington, WV · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +17

  6. Putnam Career and Technical Center

    Eleanor, WV · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

  7. Ross College-Morgantown

    Morgantown, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant

  8. Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston

    Charleston, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant

  9. Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College

    Logan, WV · Public

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

  10. Valley College - Beckley

    Beckley, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant

  11. Valley College-Martinsburg

    Martinsburg, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • IT support & networking

  12. West Virginia Junior College - Bridgeport

    Bridgeport, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant

  13. West Virginia Junior College - Charleston

    Cross Lanes, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • IT support & networking

  14. West Virginia Junior College - Morgantown

    Morgantown, WV · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  15. West Virginia Northern Community College

    Wheeling, WV · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +7

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What medical assistants earn in West Virginia

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

Medical assistant salary in West VirginiaHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$37,180
$17.87 an hour
Typical range
$30,890–$45,350
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WV
4,540
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 West Virginia?

We list 14 schools in West Virginia with medical assistant programs: 6 public colleges and 8 private career schools. Campuses are in Martinsburg, Morgantown, South Charleston, Beckley, and Bridgeport.

Are there community college medical assistant programs in West Virginia?

Yes. 6 public colleges in West Virginia 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 West Virginia?

Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,975 to $25,751. 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 West Virginia?

The median pay for medical assistants in West Virginia is $37,180 a year, and most earn between $30,890 and $45,350, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical assistant school in West Virginia?

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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