Medical Assistant, Schools in Novato, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Novato, 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 Novato, CA

#1

College of Marin

Kentfield, CA 9.4 miles away BOC Score 45.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 175
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Contra Costa College

San Pablo, CA 14.7 miles away BOC Score 38.8
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 231

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Berkeley City College

Berkeley, CA 21.9 miles away BOC Score 34.8
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 49

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Bay Area Medical Academy

San Francisco, CA 22.4 miles away BOC Score 19.6
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  • Graduation rate: 44%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 76

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

InterCoast Colleges-Fairfield

Fairfield, CA 23.8 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 333

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#6

Samuel Merritt University

Oakland, CA 24.6 miles away BOC Score 99.5
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 90
  • Online programs available

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#7

Solano Community College

Fairfield, CA 25.7 miles away BOC Score 61.5
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  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 415
  • Online programs available

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#8

San Francisco State University

San Francisco, CA 25.9 miles away BOC Score 78.9
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 511
  • Online programs available

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#9

City College of San Francisco

San Francisco, CA 26 miles away BOC Score 44.5
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  • Programs offered: 87
  • Annual completions: 2,534

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#10

Santa Rosa Junior College

Santa Rosa, CA 26.6 miles away BOC Score 60.0
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 4,260
  • 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

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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