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Dental Assisting Schools & Colleges
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Birmingham, Alabama
Findlay, Ohio
Dental Assistant / Assisting
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Tampa, Florida
Dallas, Texas
Dental Assistant
Dental Assisting with Expanded Functions
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Broomall, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Nashville, Tennessee
Dental Assistant
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California
Florida
Indiana
Ohio
Texas
Dental Assistant
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Friendswood, Texas
Dental Assisting
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Barrie, Ontario
Brampton, Ontario
Hamilton, Ontario
Kitchener, Ontario
Mississauga, Ontario
Newmarket, Ontario
North York, Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario
Scarborough, Ontario
Toronto South, Ontario
Windsor, Ontario
Dental Office & Chairside Assistant
Intra-Oral Level II Dental Assistant
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Enfield, Connecticut
Watertown, Connecticut
Canton, Massachusetts
Westborough, Massachusetts
Woburn, Massachusetts
Dental Assisting
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Indiana
Michigan
Ohio
Dental Assistant
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Burlington, Ontario
Kingston, Ontario
Oshawa, Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario
Peterborough, Ontario
St. Catharines, Ontario
Toronto (Yonge Street), Ontario
Dental Chairside Assistant
Intra Oral Dental Assisting
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Burnaby, British Columbia
Surrey, British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Montreal, Quebec
Dental Assisting
Expanded Training in Orthodontics
Intra Oral Dental Assistant
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Vacaville, California
Dental Assisting
Medical/Dental Administrative Assistant
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Antioch, California
Citrus Heights, California
Pleasant Hill, California
Pomona, California
Sacramento, California
San Jose, California
San Leandro, California
Stockton, California
Dental Assisting
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Georgia
Massachusetts
Michigan
New Jersey
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Texas
Dental Assistant
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Crystal Lake, Illinois
Dental Assistant
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Omaha, Nebraska
Dental Assistant
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California
Colorado
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Missouri
Texas
Virginia
Washington
Dental Assistant
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Wilmington, Delaware
Dental Assistant
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Jacksonville, Florida
Largo, Florida
Dental Assistant
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California
Colorado
Florida
Missouri
Oregon
Tennessee
Texas
Dental Assistant
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Southington, Connecticut
Dental Administrative Assistant
Dental Chairside Assistant
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Manassas (Northern VA), Virginia
Newport News, Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Dental Assisting
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West Palm Beach, Florida
Northern Kentucky (Florence), Kentucky
Dental Assistant
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Mesa, Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
Tucson, Arizona
Boise, Idaho
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Mesquite, Texas
Spokane, Washington
Dental Assisting
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Bakersfield, California
El Monte, California
Encino, California
Fresno, California
Gardena, California
Huntington Park, California
Riverside, California
Dental Assistant
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Orlando, Florida
Brockton, Massachusetts
Lowell, Massachusetts
Lincoln, Rhode Island
Dental Assistant
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Austin, Texas
Dallas,Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
Houston, Texas
San Antonio, Texas
Dental Assistant
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El Paso, Texas
Longview, Texas
Dental Assistant
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Long Beach, California
Los Angeles, California
Ontario, California
Orange County, California
Dental Assisting
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Roseville, Michigan
Dental Assistant
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Abbotsford, BC
Burnaby, BC
Chilliwack, BC
Coquitlam, BC
Surrey, BC
Vancouver, BC
Dental Assisting
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Draper, Utah
Provo, Utah
Dental Assistant
Dental Laboratory Technician
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Phoenix, Arizona
Sacramento, California
Orlando, Florida
Atlanta, Georgia
Fenton, Missouri
Maryland Heights, Missouri
Beaverton, Oregon
Irving, Texas
Dental Assistant
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Las Vegas, Nevada
Dental Assistant
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Altoona, Pennsylvania
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dental Assisting
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Tampa, Florida
Nashville, Tennessee
Fort Worth, Texas
Houston Southeast (Webster), Texas
North Houston (Greenspoint), Texas
Dental Assisting
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Palm Desert, California
Visalia, California
Nampa, Idaho
Las Vegas, Nevada
Sparks, Nevada
Amarillo, Texas
Dental Assistant
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Glendale, Arizona
Mesa, Arizona
Dental Assistant
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Chicago (Cumberland), Illinois
Chicago (Loop), Illinois
Dental Assistant
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Spring Hill, Florida
Dental Assisting
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West Hartford, Connecticut
Clifton, New Jersey
Dental Assistant
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Brampton, Ontario
Brantford, Ontario
Kitchener, Ontario
London, Ontario
Scarborough, Ontario
Toronto, Ontario
Intra-Oral Dental Assistant
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Columbus, Ohio
Sharonville, Ohio
Springboro, Ohio
Dental Assisting
Expanded Function Dental Auxiliaries
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Columbus, Georgia
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Dental Assisting
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Bakersfield, California
Fresno, California
Visalia, California
Dental Assistant
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Clearwater, Florida
Tampa, Florida
Dental Assistant
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Canyon Country, California
Lancaster, California
Long Beach, California
Oxnard, California
Bellingham, Washington
Fife, Washington
Lynnwood, Washington
Pasco, Washington
Vancouver, Washington
Dental Assistant
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Kingston, Ontario
Dental Assistant I & II
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Moncton, New Brunswick
Dental Assistant
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Grand Junction, Colorado
Dental Assistant
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Concord, California
Hayward, California
Modesto, California
Stockton, California
Honolulu, Hawaii
Portland, Oregon
Dental Assisting
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Greenville, North Carolina
Raleigh, North Carolina
Wilmington, North Carolina
Dental Assisting
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San Diego, California
Dental Assistant
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Lawrence, Kansas
Dental Assisting
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Wyomissing, Pennsylvania
Dental Assisting
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Des Moines, Iowa
Springfield, Missouri
Omaha, Nebraska
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant Specialist
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St. Louis, Missouri
Dental Assistant
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Alabama
Arizona
Florida
Indiana
Maryland
Ohio
South Carolina
Utah
Virginia
Dental Assistant
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
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Birmingham, Alabama
Lawrenceville, New Jersey
Wayne, New Jersey
Erie, Pennsylvania
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Houston North, Texas
Dental Assistant
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
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Hauppauge, New York
Mineola, New York
Dental Assistant
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Dental Assistant
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Manchester, New Hampshire
Dental Assisting
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Louisville, Kentucky
Dental Assistant
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Wilmington, Delaware
Voorhees, New Jersey
Upper Darby, Pennsylvania
Dental Assisting
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
Dental Assistant
Expanded Duty Dental Assistant
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New London, Connecticut
Dental Assistant
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Clarksville, Tennessee
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Nashville, Tennessee
Dental Assisting
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Brownsville, Texas
Corpus Christi, Texas
McAllen, Texas
Weslaco, Texas
Dental Assisting
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Murray, Utah
Dental Assisting
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Provo, Utah
Dental Assisting
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Online & Distance Learning
Dental Assistant
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Distance Learning
Dental Assistant
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Dental Assistant Schools: FAQs and Answers
If you are researching a career as a dental assistant, begin here by learning the answers to frequently asked questions about educational and workplace opportunities. Dental assistants are predicted to be in high demand, and many schools offer in-depth, hands-on education so you can get the training you need, and the job you want. Continue reading to find the answers you may need to reach your career goals.
What does a dental assistant do?
A dental assistant helps dentists with patient care in the clinic, as an administrator, or both. Assistants may greet patients when they arrive, accept payments, schedule appointments, or organize office and dental supplies. Others perform chairside duties, such as preparing patients for treatment, laying out instruments, or conducting x-rays (depending on local restrictions).
Where can I find dental assistant schools near me?
Consult this listing of dental assistant schools, organized by location, to learn more. Here you can find a links to information about individual schools, learn about programs that are offered, and request more information.
What skills will I learn during dental assistant training?
You will learn how to perform both administrative and clinical tasks. Your training will likely include the basics of good oral hygiene, how to identify and use instruments, and how to administer x-rays. On the administrative side, you'll likely learn how to organize an office, keep records, and handle bill payments and insurance claims.
How much can I earn in a dental assisting position?
According to information collected in May 2009, the mean hourly wage was $16.35* (or about $35,000 annually). Top earners can expect to take home more than $22 per hour (or about $47,000 per year). However, wages are greatly influenced by geography, and specific areas of employment within the industry.
Do dental assistant programs have prerequisites?
A high school diploma, or an equivalent, is likely the only prerequisite you will need to begin training. High school students interested in the profession may want to consider science and business classes.
Are dental hygienist and dental assistant positions the same?
An assistant works in a supporting role. The work is more varied, and will likely include helping dentists with routine tasks to prepare patients for treatment, as well as maintaining a well-organized office. A hygienist is trained and licensed to work on a patient's mouth, specializing in duties related to cleaning teeth and inspecting gums. Hygienists earn more, but must train for a longer period of time (usually two years or more). Read "How Dental Hygienist Schools Differ from Dental Assistant Schools" to learn more.
Will I need certification after graduating from a dental assistant school?
Requirements vary by region, so it's best to consult with state boards to learn more about what is expected in the area you wish to work. However, many states regulate the work that assistants can perform. For example, you may need specialized education or training to perform x-rays. Some states my also require you to graduate from an accredited program, pass a written exam, and complete continuing education. Completing the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) qualification from the Dental Assisting National Board may satisfy requirements in some states.
What are the job prospects for dental assisting?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the job prospects are said to be excellent, as the profession is expected to grow by 36 percent between 2008 and 2018. The increase is driven by two factors. First, our population is aging and more assistants are retiring, or plan to retire. Also, more people are realizing the importance of good dental health, creating greater demand for dental services.
How long will it take to graduate from a dental assistant school?
Most colleges or vocational schools offer programs that take about a year of full-time study, but it's best to consult with individual schools about how they tailor their programs.
Can I complete dental assistant training online?
It may be possible to train through distance education. Consult this guide to online dental assistant schools to learn more.
Open up to the opportunities
If you've found the information you're looking for, and you're keen on continuing toward a career in dental health, the next step is to begin contacting schools.
Find a Dental Assistant School
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, web site accessed March 1, 2011.
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Although few people look forward to going to the dentist, the one thing most people enjoy is the caring and friendly dental assistants that greet and prepare patients for their procedures. There always seems to be a dental assistant that travels that extra mile in patient care, making your procedure not so bad. This could easily be you once you attend a dental assisting school.
