Medical Assistant, Schools in Hayward, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Hayward, California. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Hayward, CA

#1

Chabot College

Hayward, CA 1.6 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 1,066

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Unitek College

Hayward, CA 2.8 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 348

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#3

Carrington College-San Leandro Campus

San Leandro, CA 5.3 miles away BOC Score 40.7
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 213

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#4

Unitek College

Fremont, CA 10.8 miles away BOC Score 71.6
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  • Graduation rate: 71%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 3,341
  • Online programs available

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#5

Merritt College

Oakland, CA 11.9 miles away BOC Score 36.6
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 695

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Stanford University

Stanford, CA 15.1 miles away BOC Score 95.0
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 467
  • Online programs available

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#7

Las Positas College

Livermore, CA 16.3 miles away BOC Score 71.7
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 353
  • Online programs available

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#8

Canada College

Redwood City, CA 16.4 miles away BOC Score 66.1
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 235
  • Online programs available

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#9

Samuel Merritt University

Oakland, CA 16.6 miles away BOC Score 99.5
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 90
  • Online programs available

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#10

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts

San Jose, CA 18 miles away BOC Score 57.8
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  • Graduation rate: 67%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 2,415
  • Online programs available

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'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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