Medical Assistant, Schools in EL Cajon, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in EL Cajon, California. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near EL Cajon, CA

#1

ATA College

El Cajon, CA 1.8 miles away BOC Score 73.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 177
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Grossmont College

El Cajon, CA 2.8 miles away BOC Score 58.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,332
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,628
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 34%
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 584
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

North-West College-San Diego

San Diego, CA 6.7 miles away BOC Score 41.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 127

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

National University

San Diego, CA 9.9 miles away BOC Score 44.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 896
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

CET-San Diego

San Diego, CA 10.5 miles away BOC Score 59.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 347

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Concorde Career College-San Diego

San Diego, CA 10.7 miles away BOC Score 54.2
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  • 4393 Imperial Avenue, Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92113-1964
  • (619) 688-0800
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 725

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Southwestern College

Chula Vista, CA 11.4 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,528
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

San Diego Mesa College

San Diego, CA 12.1 miles away BOC Score 57.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,146
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,002
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 34%
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 473
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

San Diego Miramar College

San Diego, CA 12.1 miles away BOC Score 64.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,146
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,002
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 48%
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 944
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Pima Medical Institute-Chula Vista

Chula Vista, CA 14.6 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 60%
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 375

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'California Medical Assistant

California
California Median Pay $49,660 $23.88 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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