Dental assistant schools in Mission Viejo, CA
11 schools within 30 miles of Mission Viejo, CA offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, 15 miles away. Dental assistants in California earn a median $50,110 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 11
- Closest
- 15 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in CA
- $50,110
11 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Mission Viejo, CA
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Concorde Career College - Garden Grove
Garden Grove, CA · 20 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +3
UEI College-Garden Grove
Garden Grove, CA · 21 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +3
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American College of Healthcare and Technology
Riverside, CA · 22 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +3
UEI College - Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · 23 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +2
North-West College-Riverside
Riverside, CA · 23 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
North-West College-Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · 24 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +5
American Career College - Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · 25 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +7
San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula
Temecula, CA · 29 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +4
Riverside County Office of Education-School of Career Education
Riverside, CA · 30 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +1
What dental assistants earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in CaliforniaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $50,110
- $24.09 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,790–$73,700
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 56,220
- 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 Mission Viejo?
The closest are Orange Coast College (Costa Mesa, 15 mi), Concorde Career College - Garden Grove (Garden Grove, 20 mi), and UEI College-Garden Grove (Garden Grove, 21 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Mission Viejo cost?
For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,606 to $33,139. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Mission Viejo?
Across California, the median pay is $50,110 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 Mission Viejo?
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
- San Clemente (11 mi)
- Santa Ana (16 mi)
- Anaheim (18 mi)
- Placentia (22 mi)
- Chino Hills (23 mi)
- Riverside (27 mi)
- Menifee (28 mi)
- Temecula (31 mi)