Medical Assisting at North-West College-Glendale

Glendale, CA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

a compact campus enrolling 100 students in Glendale, CA.

Program Analysis

North-West College-Glendale's Medical Assisting program produces graduates earning $30,358/yr — within striking distance of the $31,622 national average for this trade.

AI risk is moderate — 28% task exposure — and the 4% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Medical Assisting graduates.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $9,500 in median debt clears fast against $30,358 in annual earnings.

Ranked #517 out of 1,065 programs, North-West College-Glendale's Medical Assisting offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Earnings growth is modest: $30,358 to $32,632 over five years (7% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

With 11 registered apprenticeships mapped to Medical Assisting, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

55 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
51
Low End
55
Score
56
High End
Earnings $30,358/yr (-4% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (252,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$330K
1.8% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
9 of 9
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
3.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$32,632
7% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Medical Assisting graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Occupational therapy assistants $68,340 +19.2% 73%
Physical therapist assistants $65,510 +22.0% 85%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Occupational therapy assistants
$68,340
+19.2% growth 73% AI-proof
Physical therapist assistants
$65,510
+22.0% growth 85% AI-proof

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Medical Assisting Career Guide

See the full career breakdown for Medical Assisting — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from North-West College-Glendale and 1064 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does North-West College-Glendale's Medical Assisting program score?
At 55/100, North-West College-Glendale's Medical Assisting program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
Are there apprenticeship options for Medical Assisting?
The DOL recognizes 11 apprenticeship pathways related to Medical Assisting. For students weighing North-West College-Glendale's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Medical Assisting workers?
The very large job market (252,100 annual openings) works in favor of Medical Assisting graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
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