Dental Assistant Schools in Auburn, AL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Auburn, Alabama. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Auburn, AL

#1

Columbus Technical College

Columbus, GA 32.7 miles away BOC Score 47.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 109
  • Annual completions: 2,527
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Fortis College-Montgomery

Montgomery, AL 47 miles away BOC Score 20.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 349

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

H Councill Trenholm State Community College

Montgomery, AL 52.9 miles away BOC Score 45.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 476
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

West Georgia Technical College

Waco, GA 76.9 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 95
  • Annual completions: 4,107
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southern Crescent Technical College

Griffin, GA 82.7 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 116
  • Annual completions: 4,085
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

United Education Institute-Morrow

Morrow, GA 94.1 miles away BOC Score 24.7
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 1,340

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Clayton State University

Morrow, GA 95.6 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 282
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, AL 98.1 miles away BOC Score 58.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,098
  • Out-of-state tuition: $22,562
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  • Administration Bldg Suite 1070 Birmingham, AL 35294-0110
  • (205) 934-4011
Key stats
  • Admission rate: 88%
  • Graduation rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 746
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Fortis Institute-Birmingham

Birmingham, AL 98.1 miles away BOC Score 27.8
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 370

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Atlanta Technical College

Atlanta, GA 98.8 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 108
  • Annual completions: 3,046
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Alabama Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Alabama
Alabama Median Pay $39,080 $18.79 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $48,070 $23.11 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-9091 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • DANB certification exam preparation and pass rates
  • Clinical externship hours in dental office settings
  • Dental radiology certification (state requirements vary)
  • OSHA and infection control training included
  • State-specific expanded duties permitted after certification

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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