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Medical Assistant Programs in North Dakota

1 accredited North Dakota school graduated 4 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what medical assistants earn in North Dakota.

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

Schools
11 city
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
4
North Dakota median pay
$45,980+$290 vs U.S.

Medical Assistant Programs in Bottineau, ND 1 school

Dakota College at Bottineau

105 Simrall Blvd, Bottineau, ND 58318
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
4
College tuition
$4,530/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Bottineau that reported 4 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,530 ($6,796 out of state).

How to get Medical Assistant certified in North Dakota

  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 North Dakota requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Medical Assistant Programs in North Dakota: FAQ

How many Medical Assistant programs are in North Dakota?

We list 1 accredited North Dakota schools that graduated Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, 1 of them public. Together they awarded 4 Medical Assistant credentials that year.

How much do medical assistant programs cost in North Dakota?

Most North Dakota 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 $4,530; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do medical assistants make in North Dakota?

The median medical assistant in North Dakota earns $45,980 a year ($22.11 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,690 nationally. The top 10% earn $58,230 or more.

Which North Dakota school trains the most medical assistants?

Dakota College at Bottineau in Bottineau reported the most Medical Assistant graduates in North Dakota: 4 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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