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Medical Assistant Programs in New Hampshire

3 accredited New Hampshire schools graduated 36 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what medical assistants earn in New Hampshire.

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

Schools
33 cities
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
36
New Hampshire median pay
$48,020+$2,330 vs U.S.

Medical Assistant Programs in Berlin, NH 1 school

White Mountains Community College

2020 Riverside Drive, Berlin, NH 03570
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
21
College tuition
$6,450/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Coos County graduated 21 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,450 ($14,700 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Manchester, NH 1 school

Manchester Community College

1066 Front St, Manchester, NH 03102
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
8
College tuition
$6,450/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Hillsborough County graduated 8 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,450 ($14,700 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in New London, NH 1 school

Colby-Sawyer College

541 Main Street, New London, NH 03257
Private nonprofit Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$17,500/yr
Length
Associate degree

7 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $17,500.

How to get Medical Assistant certified in New Hampshire

  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 New Hampshire requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Medical Assistant Programs in New Hampshire: FAQ

How many Medical Assistant programs are in New Hampshire?

We list 3 accredited New Hampshire schools that graduated Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, 2 of them public. Together they awarded 36 Medical Assistant credentials that year.

How much do medical assistant programs cost in New Hampshire?

Most New Hampshire 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 $6,450; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do medical assistants make in New Hampshire?

The median medical assistant in New Hampshire earns $48,020 a year ($23.09 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,690 nationally. The top 10% earn $60,100 or more.

Which New Hampshire school trains the most medical assistants?

White Mountains Community College in Berlin reported the most Medical Assistant graduates in New Hampshire: 21 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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