Medical Assistant Schools in New York
(found 25 schools)

Listed below are all of the schools offering Medical Assistant programs in New York. As a rule, you should contact at least 3-5 schools during the course of your research, and ideally more. There are important differences between the programs in terms of cost, admissions requirements, and other characteristics, and, as with many things in life, the way to find the best Medical Assistant program for your needs is to spend some time shopping around.

Overview

Millions of people travel to New York State every year, inspired by Manhattan’s reputation as the city that never sleeps. While the state of New York has a population of about 19.5 million, New York City has a population of almost 8.4 million, making it the most populous city in the United States. So why should you study and work as a medical assistant in New York? Over the past five years, jobs in the health care industry have steadily grown and, like many other states, New York is still experiencing a shortage of medical assistants, improving your chances of finding a job here.

Medical Assistant Education in New York

The New York State Regents Health Care Opportunity Scholarship is a good program to look into if you need help paying for post-secondary school. You may also want to check out more general state-specific scholarships such as the New York State Scholarships for Academic Excellence and New York’s Tuition Assistance Program.

Medical Assisting Careers in New York

According to 2010 data collected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual income for medical assistants in New York is $32,220. Before you jump into the job market, it would be wise to consider taking the certification examination provided by the American Association of Medical Assistants. This certification will greatly improve your chances of finding the right medical assistant job for you.

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