Medical Assistant, Schools in Council Bluffs, IA (2026)

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Council Bluffs, IA

#1

Iowa Western Community College

Council Bluffs, IA 4.1 miles away BOC Score 48.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 716
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Metropolitan Community College Area

Omaha, NE 4.7 miles away BOC Score 46.7
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,445
  • Online programs available

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#3

University of Nebraska Medical Center

Omaha, NE 6.8 miles away BOC Score 94.5
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 200
  • Online programs available

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#4

Southeast Community College Area

Lincoln, NE 50.1 miles away BOC Score 55.6
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,213
  • Online programs available

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#5

Bryan College of Health Sciences

Lincoln, NE 51.5 miles away BOC Score 66.9
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  • In-state tuition: $20,640
  • Out-of-state tuition: $20,640
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 67%
  • Graduation rate: 73%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 9
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Union Adventist University

Lincoln, NE 52.2 miles away BOC Score 43.8
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 15

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#7

Nebraska Indian Community College

Macy, NE 66 miles away BOC Score 19.6
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 3
  • Online programs available

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#8

Northwest Missouri State University

Maryville, MO 79.2 miles away BOC Score 48.8
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 118
  • Online programs available

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#9

Morningside University

Sioux City, IA 89.5 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 22
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Western Iowa Tech Community College

Sioux City, IA 89.5 miles away BOC Score 57.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 1,284
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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  • 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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