Dental assistant schools in Wooster, OH
6 schools within 30 miles of Wooster, OH offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is Wayne County Schools Career Center in Smithville, 5 miles away. Dental assistants in Ohio earn a median $47,970 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- Closest
- 5 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in OH
- $47,970
6 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Wooster, OH
School results
Wayne County Schools Career Center
Smithville, OH · 4.5 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +3
Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center
Ashland, OH · 18 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +4
Medina County Career Center
Medina, OH · 23 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +1
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Ross College-Canton
Canton, OH · 26 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +1
What dental assistants earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in OhioHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $47,970
- $23.06 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,870–$78,000
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OH
- 12,150
- 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 Wooster?
The closest are Wayne County Schools Career Center (Smithville, 5 mi), Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center (Ashland, 18 mi), and Medina County Career Center (Medina, 23 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Wooster cost?
For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,986 to $29,232. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Wooster?
Across Ohio, the median pay is $47,970 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 Wooster?
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.