Dental assistant schools in Nashville, TN
3 schools within 30 miles of Nashville, TN offer dental assistant programs, and 2 are in Nashville itself. Dental assistants in Tennessee earn a median $46,720 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 5 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in TN
- $46,720
3 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Nashville, TN
School results
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville
Nashville, TN · 4.8 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +12
Remington College-Nashville Campus
Nashville, TN · 6.8 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +2
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN · 21 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical billing & coding
- +8
What dental assistants earn in Tennessee
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in TennesseeHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $46,720
- $22.46 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,810–$61,260
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TN
- 7,420
- 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 Nashville?
The closest are Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville (Nashville, 5 mi), Remington College-Nashville Campus (Nashville, 7 mi), and Volunteer State Community College (Gallatin, 21 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Nashville cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $7,802 to $29,098. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Nashville?
Across Tennessee, the median pay is $46,720 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 Nashville?
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.