Medical Assisting Schools in California (CA)

Medical Assistant Schools in California

From the bustling metropolises of Los Angeles, San Diego or San Francisco to the quiet vastness of the Wine Country, California remains the country's most populous state and the third largest state in terms of overall land-mass. Given this expansive landscape of people and opportunity the Golden State is a perfect place to start your career in the important field of medical assisting. Use the list below to help find a school to start you on the path to your new career. Choose from traditional classroom courses and flexible online programs to find the learning experience that works best for you.

As a California medical assistant, you will:

• Ensure the smooth operation of a medical office
• Take care of patients' needs
• Perform minor medical tasks
• Perform administrative duties as needed
  

Some career figures for medical assisting graduates in California:

• Average annual salary: $31,260
• Currently employed: 83,000
• Employment outlook: 34% growth
• Most popular degrees: Associate's, Certificate
  

Figures courtesy of the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Employment & Wages database.