Dental assistant schools in Oakland, CA
11 schools within 30 miles of Oakland, CA offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is College of Alameda in Alameda, 3 miles away. Dental assistants in California earn a median $50,110 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 11
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 7
- Median pay in CA
- $50,110
11 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Oakland, CA
School results
College of Alameda
Alameda, CA · 3.0 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +2
Carrington College-San Leandro Campus
San Leandro, CA · 7.3 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +2
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA · 13 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
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Carrington College-Pleasant Hill Campus
Pleasant Hill, CA · 16 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +3
College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA · 17 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Cosmetology
- Construction technology
- +4
Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD
Concord, CA · 18 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +2
Unitek College
Fremont, CA · 23 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA · 27 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +4
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 Oakland?
The closest are College of Alameda (Alameda, 3 mi), Carrington College-San Leandro Campus (San Leandro, 7 mi), and City College of San Francisco (San Francisco, 13 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Oakland cost?
For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $536 to $39,675. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Oakland?
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 Oakland?
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.
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