Medical Assistant (MA) in Kentucky

Medical Assistants work in doctor's offices and clinics doing both clinical tasks (vitals, injections, EKGs) and administrative duties (scheduling, billing). It's one of the fastest-growing careers in America — over 100,000 new jobs added per year.

$38,220 KY Median Salary
16% Growth Rate
9–18 months Training

💰 Medical Assistant (MA) Salary in Kentucky

Estimated salary range for Medical Assistant (MA)s in Kentucky, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$33,000
Median
$38,220
Experienced
$55,000

🎓 Medical Assistant (MA) Licensing in Kentucky

Credential required: CMA (AAMA) or RMA (AMT)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Kentucky state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Medical Assistant (MA) Programs in Kentucky

Community College
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Jefferson Community and Technical College

📍 Louisville, KY

Largest KCTCS college. Multiple Louisville campuses plus Carrollton, Shelbyville, and Shepherdsville. Most comprehensive...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Community College
⭐ 90

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

📍 Lexington, KY

Serves Lexington and central Kentucky. Multiple campuses in Lexington, Danville, Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, and Wincheste...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Community College
⭐ 83

Ashland Community and Technical College

📍 Ashland, KY

Serves the Tri-State area (KY/WV/OH). Strong healthcare programs supported by local hospital system partnerships....

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNSurgical TechnologyRespiratory TherapyMedical Assisting

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