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Medical Assistant

What is Medical Assistance?

Medical assistants complete administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Their duties vary with the location, specialty, and size of the practice.

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Medical Assistant

It’s all in the numbers. Choose your personal STEM path, and discover a multitude of possibilities. From certificate to doctorate and associate to graduate - learn more about creating your career in the world of STEM.

Total Jobs

19,728

Starting Salary

$12.01

Average

Median Salary

$16.19

Average

Experienced Salary

$21.17

Average

Jobs Added

2289

Last 3 Years

Expected Job Growth in DFW

10%

Next 3 Years | National: 8%

Medical Assistant Educational Pathway

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The academic requirements for specific STEM career tracks vary as much as the disciplines. For some fields, an advanced degree is a must, but for others, it depends on your career goals. Whatever your path, here is a summary of the degree options available to you along the way.

  • Required Education: vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree
  • Entry Level Degree: Postsecondary nondegree award
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    High School Endorsement

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