Medical Assistant (MA) in Virginia

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.

$46,200 VA Median Salary
16% Growth Rate
9–18 months Training

💰 Medical Assistant (MA) Salary in Virginia

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

Entry
$33,000
Median
$46,200
Experienced
$55,000

🎓 Medical Assistant (MA) Licensing in Virginia

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

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

🏫 Medical Assistant (MA) Programs in Virginia

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Northern Virginia Community College

📍 Annandale, VA

Largest community college in Virginia and one of the largest in the US (75,000+ students). Five campuses across Northern...

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Tidewater Community College

📍 Norfolk, VA

Serves the Hampton Roads metro (Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth). Multi-campus system with strong milita...

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J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

📍 Richmond, VA

Serves the Richmond metro. Multiple campuses in Henrico, Goochland, and Parham. Comprehensive allied health and technica...

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