Dental assistant schools in Nevada
Looking for dental assistant schools in Nevada? There are 8, including 2 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Dental assistants in Nevada earn a median $47,110 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 8
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in NV
- $47,110
- Cities with schools
- 3
8 dental assistant schools
School results
Carrington College - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +2
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Nevada Career Institute
Las Vegas, NV · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +2
Pima Medical Institute - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +6
United Education Institute-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV · Private
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +3
Dental assistant schools by city
- Las Vegas (6 within 30 mi)
- Henderson (6 within 30 mi)
- Carson City (3 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in Nevada
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in NevadaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $47,110
- $22.65 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,870–$56,700
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NV
- 4,230
- 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
How many dental assistant schools are in Nevada?
We list 8 schools in Nevada with dental assistant programs: 2 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Las Vegas, Sparks, and Reno.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in Nevada?
Yes. 2 public colleges in Nevada offer dental assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does dental assistant school cost in Nevada?
Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,615 to $43,570. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do dental assistants make in Nevada?
The median pay for dental assistants in Nevada is $47,110 a year, and most earn between $36,870 and $56,700, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Nevada?
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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Dental assistant schools in other states
- California (83)
- Florida (38)
- Ohio (35)
- Texas (33)
- Michigan (22)
- North Carolina (20)
- Georgia (18)
- Tennessee (18)
- Arizona (17)
- Pennsylvania (16)
- Washington (15)
- Illinois (14)
- Wisconsin (14)
- Minnesota (13)
- Colorado (12)
- Indiana (11)