Dental assistant schools in Santa Clarita, CA

11 schools within 30 miles of Santa Clarita, CA offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is National Career College in Panorama City, 14 miles away. Dental assistants in California earn a median $50,110 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
11
Closest
14 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in CA
$50,110

11 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Santa Clarita, CA

School results

  1. National Career College

    Panorama City, CA · 14 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +1

  2. UEI College-Reseda

    Reseda, CA · 15 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

  3. North-West College-Van Nuys

    Van Nuys, CA · 16 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

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  5. Concorde Career College - North Hollywood

    North Hollywood, CA · 17 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Surgical technologist
    • +2

  6. UEI College - Encino

    Encino, CA · 17 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding

  7. North-West College-Glendale

    Glendale, CA · 23 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +1

  8. American Career College - Los Angeles

    Los Angeles, CA · 26 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  9. Career Care Institute

    Lancaster, CA · 27 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1

  10. High Desert Medical College

    Lancaster, CA · 27 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +6

  11. Pasadena City College

    Pasadena, CA · 29 mi · Public

    • Dental assistant
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +13

  12. West Los Angeles College

    Culver City, CA · 29 mi · Public

    • Dental assistant
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +7

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 Santa Clarita?

The closest are National Career College (Panorama City, 14 mi), UEI College-Reseda (Reseda, 15 mi), and North-West College-Van Nuys (Van Nuys, 16 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.

How much do dental assistant programs near Santa Clarita cost?

For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,864 to $50,201. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do dental assistants make near Santa Clarita?

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 Santa Clarita?

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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