Medical Assistant, Schools in Ridgecrest, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Ridgecrest, 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 Ridgecrest, CA

#1

Cerro Coso Community College

Ridgecrest, CA 3.6 miles away BOC Score 20.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 638
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Barstow Community College

Barstow, CA 63.7 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 831
  • Online programs available

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#3

High Desert Medical College

Lancaster, CA 71.4 miles away BOC Score 38.6
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  • Graduation rate: 67%
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 1,467

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#4

Career Care Institute

Lancaster, CA 71.5 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 537

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#5

Antelope Valley Community College District

Lancaster, CA 72.2 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 2,041

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#6

San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster

Lancaster, CA 73.3 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 328

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#7

UEI College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 79.9 miles away BOC Score 31.7
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 2,177

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#8

Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 79.9 miles away BOC Score 42.1
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 50

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#9

San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 81 miles away BOC Score 39.0
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 769

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#10

San Joaquin Valley College-Porterville

Porterville, CA 81.7 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 85

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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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