Dental assistant schools in Utah
We found 5 schools offering dental assistant training in Utah, with campuses in Salt Lake City, Logan, Kaysville, and Lehi and more. Dental assistants in Utah earn a median $37,760 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 5
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in UT
- $37,760
- Cities with schools
- 3
5 dental assistant schools
School results
Fortis College - Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, UT · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
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Dental assistant schools by city
- Salt Lake City (3 within 30 mi)
- Layton (3 within 30 mi)
- Bountiful (3 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in Utah
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in UtahHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $37,760
- $18.16 an hour
- Typical range
- $35,380–$47,680
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in UT
- 6,640
- 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 Utah?
We list 5 schools in Utah with dental assistant programs: 4 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Salt Lake City, Logan, Kaysville, Lehi, and Ogden.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in Utah?
Yes. 4 public colleges in Utah 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 Utah?
Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,338 to $27,586. 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 Utah?
The median pay for dental assistants in Utah is $37,760 a year, and most earn between $35,380 and $47,680, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Utah?
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)