Medical Assisting at Greenfield Community College

Greenfield, MA · Public · Certificate · Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

a compact campus enrolling 1,232 students in Greenfield, MA.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $27,703 track close to the $31,622 national median for Medical Assisting programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

The 49.9x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 28% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Medical Assisting graduates.

Ranked #368 out of 1,065 programs, Greenfield Community College's Medical Assisting offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

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

58 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
56
Low End
58
Score
58
High End
Earnings $27,703/yr (-12% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (72% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (252,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$290K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
49.9x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
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.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$5,810
Out-of-state: $11,930

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

From day-one roles to senior positions, Medical Assisting careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 58/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Medical Assisting at Greenfield Community College?
This program scores 58/100, reflecting respectable but not exceptional financial outcomes for Medical Assisting graduates.
Are there apprenticeship options for Medical Assisting?
Yes — 11 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Medical Assisting career paths, including Ambulance Attendant (Emt). Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Greenfield Community College.
What's the job market like for Medical Assisting from Greenfield Community College?
At 252,100 annual openings, Medical Assisting has a very large employment base. Greenfield Community College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
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