Medical Assistant, Schools in Palm Desert, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Palm Desert, California. 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 Palm Desert, CA

#1

Milan Institute-Palm Desert

Palm Desert, CA 1 miles away BOC Score 31.8
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  • 75-030 Gerald Ford Drive, Suite 203 Palm Desert, CA 92211
  • (760) 469-4545
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 288

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

College of the Desert

Palm Desert, CA 1.9 miles away BOC Score 47.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,896
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage

Rancho Mirage, CA 4.1 miles away BOC Score 44.5
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 269

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#4

Mayfield College

Cathedral City, CA 6.2 miles away BOC Score 43.0
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  • Graduation rate: 80%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 441

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#5

Mt San Jacinto Community College District

San Jacinto, CA 34.7 miles away BOC Score 40.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 718

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#6

San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula

Temecula, CA 48.1 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,182

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#7

Moreno Valley College

Moreno Valley, CA 48.9 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 1,424

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#8

Platt College-Riverside

Riverside, CA 55 miles away BOC Score 47.8
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 292

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#9

Riverside County Office of Education-School of Career Education

Riverside, CA 55.3 miles away BOC Score 55.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 172

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#10

Loma Linda University

Loma Linda, CA 55.5 miles away BOC Score 96.6
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 472
  • 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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