Question by lv20: What is the average starting wages of someone that is certified in medical assisting.?
I’m starting school at Mountainland Applied Technology college for medical assisting. I was just wondering how much money I’ll be making to start out with. Also, what benefits would I have available after I am certified?

Best answer:

Answer by Al in NC
http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes319092.htm
With no actual work experience as a CMA your pay would most likely be within the 10-25 percentile amounts listed on the webpage above.

Go to http://www.salary.com or http://www.payscale.com to get a closer estimate for your area.

Benefit availability would depend upon your employer.

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