Medical Assistant, Schools in Hickory, NC

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Hickory, North Carolina. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. City population is roughly 215,120 (estimate; varies by source and year). Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Hickory, NC

#1

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Hudson, NC 11.9 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,537
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,681
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#2

Western Piedmont Community College

Morganton, NC 20.5 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,650
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,794
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#9

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Concord, NC 45.7 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $16,070
  • Out-of-state tuition: $16,070
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

#10

Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte, NC 45.7 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,792
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,936
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

'North Carolina Medical Assistant

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $42,600 $20.48 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $44,200 $21.25 per hour
Data Year: 2024 SOC: 31-9092 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Schedule options (day/evening/weekend) and expected weekly time commitment
  • Hands-on requirements (labs, shop time, clinicals, externships) and how competencies are evaluated
  • Total cost breakdown (tuition, fees, supplies, exams) in writing
  • Credential outcome (certificate/diploma/associate) and what it’s designed to prepare you for
  • Licensing or certification steps in North Carolina (requirements can vary)

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