Dental assistant schools in Douglasville, GA

6 schools within 30 miles of Douglasville, GA offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is Fortis College - Smyrna in Smyrna, 14 miles away. Dental assistants in Georgia earn a median $46,840 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
14 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in GA
$46,840

6 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Douglasville, GA

School results

  1. Fortis College - Smyrna

    Smyrna, GA · 14 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +2

  2. Chattahoochee Technical College

    Marietta, GA · 16 mi · Public

    • Dental assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +28

  3. Atlanta Technical College

    Atlanta, GA · 17 mi · Public

    • Dental assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

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  5. United Education Institute-Morrow

    Morrow, GA · 24 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

  6. West Georgia Technical College - Murphy

    Waco, GA · 28 mi · Public

    • Dental assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  7. United Education Institute-Stone Mountain

    Stone Mountain, GA · 30 mi · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

What dental assistants earn in Georgia

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Dental assistant salary in GeorgiaHow to become a dental assistant

Median pay
$46,840
$22.52 an hour
Typical range
$36,410–$57,710
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in GA
10,540
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 Douglasville?

The closest are Fortis College - Smyrna (Smyrna, 14 mi), Chattahoochee Technical College (Marietta, 16 mi), and Atlanta Technical College (Atlanta, 17 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.

How much do dental assistant programs near Douglasville cost?

For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,457 to $35,734. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do dental assistants make near Douglasville?

Across Georgia, the median pay is $46,840 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 Douglasville?

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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