Medical Assistant, Schools in Santa Barbara, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA

#1

Ventura College

Ventura, CA 29.6 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 1,192

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Ventura Adult and Continuing Education

Ventura, CA 31 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 46

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#4

Allan Hancock College

Santa Maria, CA 53.5 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 2,518
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria

Santa Maria, CA 53.5 miles away BOC Score 38.1
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 158

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#6

CET-Santa Maria

Santa Maria, CA 54.3 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 122

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#7

Valley College of Medical Careers

West Hills, CA 63.3 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 36

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#8

College of the Canyons

Santa Clarita, CA 65.7 miles away BOC Score 60.9
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,572

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#9

UEI College-Reseda

Reseda, CA 69.9 miles away BOC Score 42.6
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  • Graduation rate: 72%
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 2,080

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#10

Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 73.9 miles away BOC Score 42.1
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 50

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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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Career Overview

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