Dental assistant schools in Athens, AL
3 schools within 30 miles of Athens, AL offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is John C Calhoun State Community College in Tanner, 9 miles away. Dental assistants in Alabama earn a median $39,080 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 9 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in AL
- $39,080
3 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Athens, AL
School results
John C Calhoun State Community College
Tanner, AL · 9.2 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +8
Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville
Huntsville, AL · 17 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Veterinary technician
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski
Pulaski, TN · 29 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
What dental assistants earn in Alabama
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in AlabamaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $39,080
- $18.79 an hour
- Typical range
- $30,840–$51,400
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in AL
- 3,740
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +7.4%
- 53,000 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest dental assistant schools to Athens?
The closest are John C Calhoun State Community College (Tanner, 9 mi), Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville (Huntsville, 17 mi), and Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski (Pulaski, 29 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Athens cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $7,660 to $19,201. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Athens?
Across Alabama, the median pay is $39,080 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Athens?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Dental assistant schools in nearby cities
- Franklin, TN (79 mi)