Dental assistant schools in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
16 schools within 30 miles of Rancho Cucamonga, CA offer dental assistant programs, and one is in Rancho Cucamonga itself. Dental assistants in California earn a median $50,110 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 16
- Closest
- 1 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in CA
- $50,110
16 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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American Career College - Ontario
Ontario, CA · 4.4 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +6
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North-West College-Pomona
Pomona, CA · 12 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
North-West College-Riverside
Riverside, CA · 16 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
American College of Healthcare and Technology
Riverside, CA · 16 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +3
Concorde Career College - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA · 17 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +3
Citrus College
Glendora, CA · 18 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +5
UEI College - West Covina
West Covina, CA · 20 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +4
Riverside County Office of Education-School of Career Education
Riverside, CA · 21 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +1
North-West College - West Covina
West Covina, CA · 22 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +4
San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia
Hesperia, CA · 23 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +2
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA · 24 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +8
Moreno Valley College
Moreno Valley, CA · 27 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- EMT & paramedic
- +4
UEI College - Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · 28 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +2
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 Rancho Cucamonga?
The closest are Chaffey College (Rancho Cucamonga, 1 mi), UEI College - Ontario (Ontario, 4 mi), and American Career College - Ontario (Ontario, 4 mi). In total, 16 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Rancho Cucamonga cost?
For the 15 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,536 to $33,431. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Rancho Cucamonga?
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 Rancho Cucamonga?
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
- Pomona (12 mi)
- San Bernardino (16 mi)
- Chino Hills (16 mi)
- Riverside (17 mi)
- Azusa (20 mi)
- West Covina (20 mi)
- Anaheim (22 mi)
- Hesperia (23 mi)
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