Medical Assistant, Schools in Garfield, NJ

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Garfield, New Jersey. 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 Garfield, NJ

#1

American Institute-Clifton

CLIFTON, NJ 1.2 miles away BOC Score 31.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 430

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Eastwick College-Hackensack

Hackensack, NJ 3.6 miles away BOC Score 44.4
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 213

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus

Paramus, NJ 3.6 miles away BOC Score 29.0
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 649

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Passaic County Community College

Paterson, NJ 4.1 miles away BOC Score 38.3
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 382
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus

Teaneck, NJ 4.2 miles away BOC Score 59.9
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  • In-state tuition: $38,004
  • Out-of-state tuition: $38,004
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  • Admission rate: 91%
  • Graduation rate: 58%
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 146
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Berkeley College-Woodland Park

Woodland Park, NJ 4.3 miles away BOC Score 30.0
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 462
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Bergen Community College

Paramus, NJ 5 miles away BOC Score 63.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 323
  • Online programs available

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#8

Eastwick College-Nutley

Nutley, NJ 5.1 miles away BOC Score 57.9
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 153

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#9

Bloomfield College of Montclair State University

Bloomfield, NJ 7.4 miles away BOC Score 29.3
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 1

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#10

Fortis Institute-Wayne

Wayne, NJ 7.7 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 479

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'New Jersey Medical Assistant

New Jersey
New Jersey Median Pay $47,210 $22.70 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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