Best Medical Assistant Programs in Anchorage, Alaska (2025)

Alaska Medical Assistant Salary Snapshot

Alaska
Alaska Median Pay $51,860 $24.93 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $44,200 $21.25 per hour

Medical Assistant Programs in Anchorage, Alaska

From downtown Anchorage to surrounding neighborhoods, medical assistants keep clinics moving—taking vitals and blood pressure, recording histories and updating EHRs, and coordinating referrals and prior authorizations. Nearby programs combine hands‑on labs with supervised externships across local hospital outpatient departments, community health centers (FQHCs) so you’re job‑ready on day one.

Use the resources here to line up accelerated or flexible options in Anchorage, align your externship with local employers across Anchorage, and prepare for credentials like CMA, RMA, or CCMA — and see wages and job outlook across the Last Frontier.

Flexible Medical Assistant Programs Serving Anchorage, Alaska:


Medical Assistant Training near Anchorage

#1

University of Alaska Anchorage

Anchorage, AK 23.8 miles away

Located in Anchorage, AK University of Alaska Anchorage is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Aircraft Mechanic (A&P), Aviation Maintenance Technology, and Automotive Technician.

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#2

Charter College

Anchorage, AK 24.5 miles away

Located in Anchorage, AK Charter College is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Cybersecurity, Dental Assistant, and HVAC Technician.

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  • 2221 East Norhtern Lights Boulevard, Suite 120 Anchorage, AK 99508-4103
  • (907) 227-1000

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#3

Alaska Career College

Anchorage, AK 25 miles away

Located in Anchorage, AK Alaska Career College is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Massage Therapist, Medical Assistant, and Medical Billing & Coding Specialist.

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Certification & Exams in Alaska

  1. Complete an accredited medical assistant certificate, diploma, or associate degree program.
  2. Finish your clinical externship hours and build confidence with front- and back-office skills.
  3. Sit for credentials like AAMA CMA, AMT RMA, or NHA CCMA based on employer preferences.

Tips for Choosing a Medical Assistant Program

  • Confirm the school is CAAHEP or ABHES accredited if you plan to earn the CMA credential.
  • Ask about lab simulations, EHR training, and how externship placements are coordinated.
  • Compare day, evening, and accelerated schedules that fit your work and family commitments.
  • Review certification exam pass rates, job placement support, and employer partnerships.

Alaska Medical Assistant Salary & Job Outlook

Based on BLS occupation: Medical Assistants (31-9092)
Data Year: 2024 • Alaska

Median Pay (2024) $51,860 $24.93 per hour

Mean Pay (2024)

$57,630 per year $27.71 per hour

Wage Percentiles

10th Percentile $43,680

$21.00 per hour

25th Percentile $48,240

$23.19 per hour

75th Percentile $59,110

$28.42 per hour

90th Percentile $66,820

$32.13 per hour

Alaska vs U.S.

Median Wage +17.3%
$51,860

$24.93 per hour

Mean Wage +28.9%
$57,630

$27.71 per hour

Percent difference vs U.S.

Employment Outlook

2024 2,420

Employment: 2,420 jobs

Additional Details

Employment per 1,000 Jobs
7.53
Employment RSE
6.7%
Total Employment (BLS sample)
2,420 jobs

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. www.bls.gov/oes

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