Dental assistant schools in Vallejo, CA
8 schools within 30 miles of Vallejo, CA offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, 14 miles away. Dental assistants in California earn a median $50,110 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 8
- Closest
- 14 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in CA
- $50,110
8 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Vallejo, CA
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Carrington College-Pleasant Hill Campus
Pleasant Hill, CA · 14 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +3
Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD
Concord, CA · 16 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +2
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College of Alameda
Alameda, CA · 23 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +2
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Antioch, CA · 27 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +4
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA · 28 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
Carrington College-San Leandro Campus
San Leandro, CA · 29 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +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 Vallejo?
The closest are Diablo Valley College (Pleasant Hill, 14 mi), Carrington College-Pleasant Hill Campus (Pleasant Hill, 14 mi), and Mt. Diablo Adult Education-Mt. Diablo USD (Concord, 16 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Vallejo cost?
For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,906 to $39,675. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Vallejo?
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 Vallejo?
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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