Dental assistant schools in North Carolina
We found 20 schools offering dental assistant training in North Carolina, with campuses in Wilmington, Raleigh, Graham, and Asheville and more. Dental assistants in North Carolina earn a median $50,380 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 20
- Public colleges
- 18
- Median pay in NC
- $50,380
- Cities with schools
- 7
20 dental assistant schools
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Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +24
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Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +14
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +22
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
Miller-Motte College-Wilmington
Wilmington, NC · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +2
Dental assistant schools by city
- Greensboro (4 within 30 mi)
- Durham (3 within 30 mi)
- Winston-Salem (3 within 30 mi)
- Cary (3 within 30 mi)
- Asheboro (3 within 30 mi)
- Thomasville (4 within 30 mi)
- Spindale (3 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in North CarolinaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $50,380
- $24.22 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,240–$60,200
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 11,450
- 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 North Carolina?
We list 20 schools in North Carolina with dental assistant programs: 18 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Wilmington, Raleigh, Graham, Asheville, and Sanford.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in North Carolina?
Yes. 18 public colleges in North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
Among the 18 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,245 to $22,736. 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 North Carolina?
The median pay for dental assistants in North Carolina is $50,380 a year, and most earn between $38,240 and $60,200, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in North Carolina?
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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