Medical Assistant, Schools in Bessemer, AL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Bessemer, Alabama. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Bessemer, AL

#1

Fortis Institute-Birmingham

Birmingham, AL 7.8 miles away BOC Score 27.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 370

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Herzing University-Birmingham

Birmingham, AL 10.9 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 169
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, AL 13.1 miles away BOC Score 58.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,098
  • Out-of-state tuition: $22,562
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  • Administration Bldg Suite 1070 Birmingham, AL 35294-0110
  • (205) 934-4011
Key stats
  • Admission rate: 88%
  • Graduation rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 746
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Jefferson State Community College

Birmingham, AL 23.2 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 442
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

The University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, AL 35 miles away BOC Score 69.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $12,180
  • Out-of-state tuition: $34,172
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 77%
  • Graduation rate: 74%
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 846
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Bevill State Community College

Jasper, AL 35.3 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 1,889
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

Hanceville, AL 49.7 miles away BOC Score 52.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,220
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,090
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 50%
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 2,010
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Central Alabama Community College

Alexander City, AL 66.7 miles away BOC Score 39.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,110
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,980
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 28%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 402
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Gadsden State Community College

Gadsden, AL 71 miles away BOC Score 47.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,272
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,368
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 35%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,817
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

H Councill Trenholm State Community College

Montgomery, AL 79.5 miles away BOC Score 45.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 476
  • Online programs available

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'Alabama Medical Assistant

Alabama
Alabama Median Pay $36,100 $17.35 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $45,690 $21.97 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-9092 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation status
  • CMA or RMA certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Clinical externship hours and placement sites
  • EHR software training included
  • Phlebotomy and EKG skills covered or separate

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