Find accredited Dental training programs near you
$48,070
Avg. Salary
7.4%
Job Growth
9-12 months
Program Length
374
Schools Listed
Dental assistants support dentists during procedures, take x-rays, prepare patients, and manage office tasks. A rewarding healthcare career with flexible scheduling options.
Dental Assistant programs typically take 9-12 months to complete and combine classroom instruction with hands-on training using industry-standard tools and equipment. Graduates enter the workforce earning an average of $48,070 per year, with experienced professionals earning significantly more.
Earning certifications like CDA and RDA can increase your employability and qualify you for higher-paying positions. Many Dental training programs include certification prep as part of the curriculum.
$48,070
National median salary
7.4%
10-year job growth
9-12 months
Typical training length
The demand for skilled dental assistants continues to grow as experienced workers retire and new infrastructure projects create additional opportunities. Trade school graduates often start working immediately after completing their training, with many programs offering job placement assistance and connections to local employers.
2276 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Graniteville, SC 29829
$6,000
12 months
View Details →1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC 27253
$2,528
1 year
View Details →1704 South Slappey Blvd, Albany, GA 31701
$1,284
8 weeks
View Details →12401 Willowbrook Rd SE, Cumberland, MD 21502
$5,040
1 year
View Details →1200 N Magnolia Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801
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9-10 months
View Details →4021 Rosewood Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90004
$16,500
9 months
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National figures for dental assistants from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025). The 90th percentile is a better guide to what the trade can pay than the median, which describes the middle of the field.
$48,070
Median pay
$62,250
Top 10% earn above
$37,130
Lowest 10% earn below
387,790
Employed nationally
Employment is projected to grow 7.4% over 2025-2035, with about 53,000 openings a year from growth and retirements combined. The typical way in is postsecondary nondegree award.