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Medical Assistant Programs in Vermont

1 accredited Vermont school graduated 15 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what medical assistants earn in Vermont.

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

Schools
11 city
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
15
Vermont median pay
$47,250+$1,560 vs U.S.

Medical Assistant Programs in Montpelier, VT 1 school

Community College of Vermont

660 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT 05602
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$3,360/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Montpelier that reported 15 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,360 ($13,440 out of state).

How to get Medical Assistant certified in Vermont

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

Medical Assistant Programs in Vermont: FAQ

How many Medical Assistant programs are in Vermont?

We list 1 accredited Vermont schools that graduated Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, 1 of them public. Together they awarded 15 Medical Assistant credentials that year.

How much do medical assistant programs cost in Vermont?

Most Vermont 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 $3,360; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do medical assistants make in Vermont?

The median medical assistant in Vermont earns $47,250 a year ($22.71 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,690 nationally. The top 10% earn $58,420 or more.

Which Vermont school trains the most medical assistants?

Community College of Vermont in Montpelier reported the most Medical Assistant graduates in Vermont: 15 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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