Carl Sandburg College medical assistant program
In Galesburg, Illinois, Carl Sandburg College is a public college where you can earn a certificate or degree in medical assisting. The program had 10 graduates in 2023-24. People who finish the program can take the CMA exam, because CAAHEP accredits it.
- one year of classes
- $5,300
- graduates in 2023-24
- 10
- medical assisting accreditation
- CAAHEP
- classes
- On campus
A quick look at Carl Sandburg College
- Address
- 2400 Tom L. Wilson Boulevard, Galesburg, IL 61401
- Type of school
- Public
- Federal student aid
- Yes
- Program
- Certificate, 12 to 24 months; Associate degree, about 2 years
- Accreditation
- CAAHEP-accredited certificate
- Price
- $5,300 for one year of classes, local students
- Graduates by award
- Certificate, 1 to 2 years 8 · Associate degree 2
How it compares with the state median
| Measure | This program | Illinois median | Rank in Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price, public-college yearly prices | $5,300 | $4,497 | 24th lowest of 28 |
| Graduates in 2023-24 | 10 | 14 | 23rd of 37 |
Illinois programs reporting the same figure to the IPEDS, 2023-24 survey are the source of these medians. They were checked 2026-10-22.
Medical assistant programs in the area
- Black Hawk College, Moline: 34 miles
- Spoon River College, Canton: 36 miles
- Methodist College, Peoria: 40 miles
- Midwest Technical Institute, East Peoria: 49 miles (accredited)
- Illinois Valley Community College, Oglesby: 72 miles (accredited)
- Heartland Community College, Normal: 79 miles (accredited)
State rules medical assistants follow
- State certification required
- No state certification; employer decides on training and national certification
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