Best Medical Assistant Programs in Denton, Texas (2025)

Texas Medical Assistant Salary Snapshot

Texas
Texas Median Pay $38,930 $18.71 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $44,200 $21.25 per hour

Medical Assistant Programs in Denton, Texas

From downtown Denton to surrounding neighborhoods, medical assistants keep clinics moving—prepping exam rooms and sterilizing instruments, tracking labs and imaging follow‑ups, and taking vitals and blood pressure. Local training blends simulation labs with coordinated externships across local community health centers (FQHCs), urgent care centers so you can contribute with confidence from day one.

This page helps you compare certificate, diploma, and associate tracks near Denton, build externship experience across neighborhood clinics in Denton, and prep for certification (CMA/CCMA) — and explore opportunities across the Lone Star State.

Flexible Medical Assistant Programs Serving Denton, Texas:


Medical Assistant Training near Denton

#1

University of North Texas

Denton, TX 0.8 miles away

Located in Denton, TX University of North Texas is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Aircraft Mechanic (A&P), Construction Management, and Construction Trades.

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Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#2

Texas Woman's University

Denton, TX 1.1 miles away

Located in Denton, TX Texas Woman's University is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Criminal Justice, Dental Assistant, and Dental Hygiene.

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#3

The College of Health Care Professions-Fort Worth

Fort Worth, TX 23.5 miles away

Located in Fort Worth, TX The College of Health Care Professions-Fort Worth is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Ophthalmic Technician.

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#4

Remington College-Fort Worth Campus

North Richland Hills, TX 26.2 miles away

Located in North Richland Hills, TX Remington College-Fort Worth Campus is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Building Construction Technology, Dental Assistant, and Graphic Design. The campus serves roughly 164 learners.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $19,341
  • Out-of-state tuition: $19,341
Contact
  • 5555 Rufe Snow Drive, Suite 150 North Richland Hills, TX 76180
  • (817) 451-0011

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#5

Collin County Community College District

McKinney, TX 29.3 miles away

Located in McKinney, TX Collin County Community College District is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Auto Body and Collision Repair, Automotive Technician, and Automotive Technology.

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Certification & Exams in Texas

  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.

Texas Medical Assistant Salary & Job Outlook

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

Median Pay (2024) $38,930 $18.71 per hour

Mean Pay (2024)

$40,470 per year $19.46 per hour

Wage Percentiles

10th Percentile $30,160

$14.50 per hour

25th Percentile $35,980

$17.30 per hour

75th Percentile $45,840

$22.04 per hour

90th Percentile $48,350

$23.25 per hour

Texas vs U.S.

Median Wage -11.9%
$38,930

$18.71 per hour

Mean Wage -9.5%
$40,470

$19.46 per hour

Percent difference vs U.S.

Employment Outlook

2024 72,280

Employment: 72,280 jobs

Additional Details

Employment per 1,000 Jobs
5.22
Employment RSE
4.0%
Total Employment (BLS sample)
72,280 jobs

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

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