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Medical Assistant Programs in Ohio

62 accredited Ohio schools graduated 1,258 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what medical assistants earn in Ohio.

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

Schools
6226 cities
Lowest published cost
$1,920median $11,354
Typical length
30 wkfull-time
Ohio median pay
$42,810−$2,880 vs U.S.

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Medical Assistant Programs in Cleveland, OH 12 schools

Valley College-Cleveland

8700 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH 44129
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
49
Program cost
$17,414
Length
10 months

This private for-profit two-year college in Cuyahoga County graduated 49 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, the 4th-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $17,414 for a program of about 10 months.

Bryant & Stratton College-Parma

12955 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44130
Private nonprofit Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
28
College tuition
$19,067/yr
Length
Associate degree

Private nonprofit four-year institution in Parma that reported 28 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $19,067.

Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria

120 Market Drive, Elyria, OH 44035
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
26
Program cost
$16,297
Length
30 weeks

This private for-profit career school in Lorain County graduated 26 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $16,297 for a program of about 30 weeks.

Remington College-Cleveland Campus

14445 Broadway Ave, Cleveland, OH 44125
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
24
College tuition
$16,254/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

24 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $16,254.

Cuyahoga Community College District

700 Carnegie Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$3,736/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

23 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,736 ($8,736 out of state).

Ohio Business College-Sheffield

5095 Waterford Dr., Sheffield Village, OH 44035
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
20
College tuition
$8,820/yr
Length
1-2 years

20 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $8,820.

Lorain County Community College

1005 North Abbe Rd, Elyria, OH 44035
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
10
College tuition
$3,655/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Lorain County graduated 10 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,655 ($8,250 out of state).

Lakeland Community College

7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, OH 44094
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
10
College tuition
$3,322/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Kirtland that reported 10 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,322 ($8,685 out of state).

Kent State University at Ashtabula

3300 Lake Road West, Ashtabula, OH 44004
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
6
College tuition
$7,325/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Ashtabula County graduated 6 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $7,325 ($16,438 out of state).

Medina County Career Center

1101 W Liberty St, Medina, OH 44256
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
6
Program cost
$10,082
Length
9 months

Public career school in Medina that reported 6 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $10,082 for a program of about 9 months.

Polaris Career Center

7285 Old Oak Blvd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
6
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

This public career school in Cuyahoga County graduated 6 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24.

Lakewood University

2231 North Taylor Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44112
Private nonprofit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
4
College tuition
$10,104/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This private nonprofit four-year institution in Cuyahoga County graduated 4 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $10,104.

Medical Assistant Programs in Cincinnati, OH 9 schools

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

3520 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
55
College tuition
$4,410/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in Cincinnati that reported 55 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24, the 3rd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,410 ($8,811 out of state).

Fortis College-Cincinnati

11499 Chester Road Ste 200, Cincinnati, OH 45246
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
33
College tuition
$14,071/yr
Length
1-2 years

33 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $14,071.

Butler Technology and Career Development Schools

101 Jerry Couch Boulevard, Monroe, OH 45050
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
33
Program cost
Ask school
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public career school in Monroe that reported 33 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24.

The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences

2139 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45219
Private nonprofit Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
25
College tuition
$17,325/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

25 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $17,325.

Ross Medical Education Center-Cincinnati

11590 Century Blvd., Suite 210, Cincinnati, OH 45246
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
21
Program cost
$16,297
Length
30 weeks

21 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $16,297 for a program of about 30 weeks.

University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College

9555 Plainfield Rd, Blue Ash, OH 45236
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
18
College tuition
$6,161/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Blue Ash that reported 18 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,161 ($14,959 out of state).

Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science

375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
11
College tuition
$13,605/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private nonprofit four-year institution in Hamilton County graduated 11 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,605.

Warren County Career Center

3525 North State Route 48, Lebanon, OH 45036
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
9
Program cost
Ask school
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public career school in Warren County graduated 9 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24.

ATA College-Cincinnati

225 Pictoria Drive, Suite 200, Cincinnati, OH 45246
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$13,500/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit four-year institution in Cincinnati that reported 1 Medical Assistant graduate in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,500.

Medical Assistant Programs in Toledo, OH 4 schools

Ross College-Sylvania

5834 Monroe Street, Suite F-J, Sylvania, OH 43560
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
281
Program cost
$8,917
Length
18 months

281 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college, the most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $8,917 for a program of about 18 months.

Owens Community College

30335 Oregon Rd, Perrysburg, OH 43551
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$4,512/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Wood County graduated 15 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,512 ($9,024 out of state).

Professional Skills Institute

1505 Holland Road, Maumee, OH 43537
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
5
College tuition
$14,920/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit four-year institution in Maumee that reported 5 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $14,920.

Davis College

433 N. Summit Street Ste. 202, Toledo, OH 43604
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
5
College tuition
$12,600/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit four-year institution in Lucas County graduated 5 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,600.

Medical Assistant Programs in Dayton, OH 4 schools

Ross Medical Education Center-Dayton

1890 Commerce Center Blvd, Suite 100, Fairborn, OH 45324
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
48
Program cost
$16,297
Length
30 weeks

This private for-profit career school in Greene County graduated 48 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, the 5th-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $16,297 for a program of about 30 weeks.

Sinclair Community College

444 W. Third St., Dayton, OH 45402
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
43
College tuition
$2,755/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Dayton that reported 43 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,755 ($7,636 out of state).

Fortis College-Centerville

555 E Alex Bell Rd, Centerville, OH 45459
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
27
College tuition
$13,789/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit two-year college in Montgomery County graduated 27 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,789.

Edison State Community College

1973 Edison Dr, Piqua, OH 45356
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
6
College tuition
$3,728/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Piqua that reported 6 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,728 ($7,455 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Columbus, OH 4 schools

Fortis College-Columbus

4151 Executive Parkway Ste 120, Westerville, OH 43081
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
66
College tuition
$13,936/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit two-year college in Westerville that reported 66 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24, the 2nd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,936.

Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools

4300 Amalgamated Place, Groveport, OH 43125
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
8
Program cost
$12,100
Length
9 months

8 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $12,100 for a program of about 9 months.

Columbus State Community College

550 E Spring St, Columbus, OH 43215
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$5,338/yr
Length
1-2 years

7 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,338 ($10,917 out of state).

Ohio University-Lancaster Campus

1570 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130
Public Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$6,178/yr
Length
Associate degree

3 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,178 ($9,170 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Akron, OH 3 schools

Herzing University-Akron

1600 South Arlington Street, Suite 100, Akron, OH 44306
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
30
College tuition
$12,360/yr
Length
1-2 years

30 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,360.

Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls

2545 Bailey Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
27
College tuition
$13,818/yr
Length
1-2 years

27 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,818.

University of Akron Main Campus

302 Buchtel Common, Akron, OH 44325
Public Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$10,399/yr
Length
Associate degree

Public four-year institution in Akron that reported 1 Medical Assistant graduate in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $10,399 ($14,839 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Canton, OH 3 schools

Stark State College

6200 Frank Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
20
College tuition
$3,036/yr
Length
1-2 years

20 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,036 ($6,132 out of state).

Ross College-Canton

4300 Munson Street, NW, Canton, OH 44718
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
19
Program cost
$16,297
Length
8 months

Private for-profit two-year college in Canton that reported 19 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $16,297 for a program of about 8 months.

Canton City Schools Adult Career and Technical Education

521 Tuscarawas West, Canton, OH 44702
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
9
Program cost
$10,150
Length
10 months

Public career school in Canton that reported 9 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $10,150 for a program of about 10 months.

Medical Assistant Programs in Mansfield, OH 3 schools

Ross Medical Education Center-Ontario

2150 West 4th Street, Ontario, OH 44906
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
22
Program cost
$16,297
Length
30 weeks

Private for-profit career school in Ontario that reported 22 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $16,297 for a program of about 30 weeks.

Madison Adult Career Center

600 Esley Ln, Mansfield, OH 44905
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
8
Program cost
$9,382
Length
13 months

Public two-year college in Mansfield that reported 8 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $9,382 for a program of about 13 months.

Pioneer Career and Technology Center

27 Ryan Rd, Shelby, OH 44875
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
4
Program cost
$5,450
Length
7 months

4 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,450 for a program of about 7 months.

Medical Assistant Programs in Youngstown, OH 2 schools

Ross Medical Education Center-Niles

5555 Youngstown-Warren Rd, Unit 909, Niles, OH 44446
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
45
Program cost
$16,297
Length
30 weeks

This private for-profit career school in Trumbull County graduated 45 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $16,297 for a program of about 30 weeks.

ETI Technical College of Niles

2076 Youngstown Warren Rd, Niles, OH 44446
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
27
College tuition
$10,310/yr
Length
1-2 years

27 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $10,310.

Medical Assistant Programs in Lima, OH 2 schools

Apollo Career Center

3325 Shawnee Rd, Lima, OH 45806
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
7
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

Public career school in Lima that reported 7 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24.

University of Northwestern Ohio

1441 N Cable Rd, Lima, OH 45805
Private nonprofit Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$11,352/yr
Length
Associate degree

3 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $11,352.

Medical Assistant Programs in Lucasville, OH 1 school

Scioto County Career Technical Center

951 Vern Riffe Drive, Lucasville, OH 45648
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
13
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

This public career school in Scioto County graduated 13 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24.

Medical Assistant Programs in Springfield, OH 1 school

Clark State College

570 E Leffel Ln, Springfield, OH 45501
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
12
College tuition
$3,536/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Clark County graduated 12 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,536 ($7,072 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Zanesville, OH 1 school

Zane State College

1555 Newark Rd, Zanesville, OH 43701
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
12
College tuition
$5,820/yr
Length
1-2 years

12 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,820 ($11,430 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in New Philadelphia, OH 1 school

Buckeye Joint Vocational School

545 University Dr NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
11
Program cost
$8,930
Length
9 months

Public career school in New Philadelphia that reported 11 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $8,930 for a program of about 9 months.

Medical Assistant Programs in Hillsboro, OH 1 school

Southern State Community College

100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro, OH 45133
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
9
College tuition
$5,207/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Highland County graduated 9 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,207 ($9,888 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Fremont, OH 1 school

Terra State Community College

2830 Napoleon Rd, Fremont, OH 43420
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$4,656/yr
Length
1-2 years

7 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,656 ($9,312 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Marietta, OH 1 school

Medical Assistant Programs in Marion, OH 1 school

Marion Technical College

1467 Mount Vernon Ave, Marion, OH 43302
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
6
College tuition
$5,850/yr
Length
1-2 years

6 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,850 ($10,440 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Piketon, OH 1 school

Pike County Joint Vocational School District

175 Beaver Creek Rd, Piketon, OH 45661
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
6
Program cost
$1,920
Length
5 months

This public career school in Pike County graduated 6 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $1,920 for a program of about 5 months.

Medical Assistant Programs in Nelsonville, OH 1 school

Hocking College

3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville, OH 45764
Public Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
5
College tuition
$3,816/yr
Length
Associate degree

This public two-year college in Athens County graduated 5 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,816 ($7,632 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Archbold, OH 1 school

Northwest State Community College

22600 State Route 34, Archbold, OH 43502
Public Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$4,496/yr
Length
Associate degree

3 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,496 ($8,848 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Rio Grande, OH 1 school

University of Rio Grande

218 N College Ave, Rio Grande, OH 45674
Private nonprofit Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$19,600/yr
Length
Associate degree

This private nonprofit four-year institution in Gallia County graduated 3 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $19,600.

Medical Assistant Programs in Sandusky, OH 1 school

Ohio Business College-Sandusky

5202 Timber Commons Drive, Sandusky, OH 44870
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$8,820/yr
Length
1-2 years

3 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $8,820.

Medical Assistant Programs in Steubenville, OH 1 school

Eastern Gateway Community College

110 John Scott Highway, Steubenville, OH 43952
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$3,955/yr
Length
1-2 years

3 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,955 ($5,801 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Ashland, OH 1 school

Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center

1783 State Route 60, Ashland, OH 44805
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
2
Program cost
$10,607
Length
9 months

This public career school in Ashland County graduated 2 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $10,607 for a program of about 9 months.

Medical Assistant Programs in Chillicothe, OH 1 school

Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus

101 University Drive, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Public Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$6,178/yr
Length
Associate degree

Public four-year institution in Chillicothe that reported 2 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,178 ($9,170 out of state).

How to get Medical Assistant certified in Ohio

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

Medical Assistant Programs in Ohio: FAQ

How many Medical Assistant programs are in Ohio?

We list 62 accredited Ohio schools that graduated Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, 36 of them public. Together they awarded 1,258 Medical Assistant credentials that year.

How much do medical assistant programs cost in Ohio?

16 Ohio schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $1,920 to $17,414, with a median of $11,354. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do medical assistants make in Ohio?

The median medical assistant in Ohio earns $42,810 a year ($20.58 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,690 nationally. The top 10% earn $48,560 or more.

Which Ohio school trains the most medical assistants?

Ross College-Sylvania in Sylvania reported the most Medical Assistant graduates in Ohio: 281 in 2023–24.

How long do medical assistant programs take in Ohio?

Among Ohio programs that reported a schedule, the median length is about 30 weeks of full-time study. 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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