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Medical Assistant Programs in Hawaii

3 accredited Hawaii schools graduated 93 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what medical assistants earn in Hawaii.

Updated October 2026 · Data: IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

Schools
32 cities
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
93
Hawaii median pay
$48,410+$2,720 vs U.S.

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Medical Assistant Programs in Urban Honolulu, HI 2 schools

Hawaii Medical College

1221 Kapiolani Boulevard Ste. 644, Honolulu, HI 96814
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
63
College tuition
$25,387/yr
Length
1-2 years

63 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $25,387.

Kapiolani Community College

4303 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI 96816
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
17
College tuition
$3,144/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Honolulu County graduated 17 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,144 ($8,280 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Lihue, HI 1 school

Kauai Community College

3-1901 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI 96766
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$3,144/yr
Length
1-2 years

13 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,144 ($8,280 out of state).

How to get Medical Assistant certified in Hawaii

  1. Choose a program. If you want the CMA credential, confirm the program is CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited.
  2. Complete coursework plus an externship in a clinic or doctor’s office.
  3. Sit for a national certification exam (CMA, RMA or CCMA).
  4. Recertify on the certifying body’s schedule through continuing education or re-examination.

Rules differ by state. Confirm current Hawaii requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Medical Assistant Programs in Hawaii: FAQ

How many Medical Assistant programs are in Hawaii?

We list 3 accredited Hawaii schools that graduated Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, 2 of them public. Together they awarded 93 Medical Assistant credentials that year.

How much do medical assistant programs cost in Hawaii?

Most Hawaii schools on this list are colleges that charge by the credit hour rather than a flat program price. Their median annual in-district tuition is $3,144; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do medical assistants make in Hawaii?

The median medical assistant in Hawaii earns $48,410 a year ($23.28 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,690 nationally. The top 10% earn $60,030 or more.

Which Hawaii school trains the most medical assistants?

Hawaii Medical College in Honolulu reported the most Medical Assistant graduates in Hawaii: 63 in 2023–24.

How long does Medical Assistant training take?

Certificate and diploma programs commonly run about 9 to 12 months; associate degrees take about 2 years.

What exam do medical assistants take?

Common certifications: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT) and CCMA (NHA). The CMA requires graduating from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program..

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