Dental assistant schools in Overland Park, KS
3 schools within 30 miles of Overland Park, KS offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is Concorde Career College-Kansas City in Kansas City, 6 miles away. Dental assistants in the U.S. earn a median $48,070 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 6 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay (U.S.)
- $48,070
What dental assistants earn nationally
BLS doesn't publish a Kansas figure for this job, so these are national numbers. Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $48,070
- $23.11 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,130–$62,250
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in the U.S.
- 387,790
- 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 Overland Park?
The closest are Concorde Career College-Kansas City (Kansas City, 6 mi), Concorde Career College-Broadway (Kansas City, 14 mi), and Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City (Kansas City, 14 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Overland Park cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $8,398 to $29,500. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Overland Park?
Nationally, the median pay is $48,070 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 Overland Park?
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
- Lee's Summit, MO (17 mi)
- Kansas City, MO (18 mi)
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