College of the Mainland · Texas City, Texas

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland

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What Should You Know About Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland?

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting is a medical assisting associate degree at College of the Mainland in Texas City, Texas, offered on campus. It takes 5 semesters on average (full-time) (60 credit hours). Cost: $1,155 per term.

Cost
$1,155per term
Length
80 wk5 semesters on average (full-time)
Credits
60

How Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting Works

Credential
Associate degree
Format
On campus
Schedule
Day
Length
5 semesters on average (full-time)
Hours or credits
60 credit hours

Admission and Certification at College of the Mainland

Admission requirements
High school diploma or High School Equivalency

What College of the Mainland's Medical Assisting Associate Degree Costs

Tuition (school's wording)
In-district tuition $1,155 per semester for 15 credit hoursSource: com.edu, reviewed October 12, 2026.

From com.edu, reviewed October 12, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.

How Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting Compares

  • At 80 weeks it is longer than the 78-week median for associate degree programs.

Is Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland Accredited?

It isn't on the CAAHEP or ABHES lists captured October 12, 2026. Graduates can still sit the RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA) or NCMA (NCCT) exams, which accept other education routes.

How the CMA, RMA, CCMA and NCMA exams differ

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Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland: Common Questions

How Much Does Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland Cost?

In-district tuition $1,155 per semester for 15 credit hours.

How Long Is Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland?

5 semesters on average (full-time), 60 credit hours, according to the school's program page.

Is Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland Accredited?

It isn't on the CAAHEP or ABHES lists captured October 12, 2026. Graduates can still sit the RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA) or NCMA (NCCT) exams, which accept other education routes.

Can You Take Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting at College of the Mainland Online?

No. It is taught on campus, with an in-person externship.

What Do You Need to Apply to Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting?

High school diploma or High School Equivalency.

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Sources

  1. com.edu: Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting program page, reviewed October 12, 2026
  2. CAAHEP, accredited medical assisting programs, captured October 12, 2026

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