Dental assistant schools in Layton, UT
3 schools within 30 miles of Layton, UT offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is Davis Technical College in Kaysville, 4 miles away. Dental assistants in Utah earn a median $37,760 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in UT
- $37,760
3 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Layton, UT
School results
Ogden-Weber Technical College
Ogden, UT · 13 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +17
Fortis College - Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, UT · 27 mi · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +1
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
What are the closest dental assistant schools to Layton?
The closest are Davis Technical College (Kaysville, 4 mi), Ogden-Weber Technical College (Ogden, 13 mi), and Fortis College - Salt Lake City (Salt Lake City, 27 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Layton cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,229 to $27,586. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Layton?
Across Utah, the median pay is $37,760 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 Layton?
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.
Dental assistant schools in nearby cities
- Bountiful (15 mi)
- Salt Lake City (21 mi)