Medical Assistant, Schools in Santa Maria, CA (2026)

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

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

#1

CET-Santa Maria

Santa Maria, CA 0.7 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 98

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria

Santa Maria, CA 0.8 miles away BOC Score 38.1
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 106

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#3

Allan Hancock College

Santa Maria, CA 1.3 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 1,502
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Central California School of Continuing Education

San Luis Obispo, CA 25.5 miles away BOC Score 68.8
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 51

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#5

Cuesta College

San Luis Obispo, CA 48.7 miles away BOC Score 55.2
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 806
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Ventura College

Ventura, CA 82.3 miles away BOC Score 61.1
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 676

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#7

San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 83.3 miles away BOC Score 39.0
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 423

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#8

Ventura Adult and Continuing Education

Ventura, CA 83.9 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 44

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#9

Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 84.3 miles away BOC Score 42.1
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 32

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#10

UEI College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 84.7 miles away BOC Score 31.7
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 1,113

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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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