Dental Assistant Schools in Prichard, AL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Prichard, 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 Prichard, AL

#1

Fortis College

Mobile, AL 7.6 miles away BOC Score 22.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 47%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 264

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Coastal Alabama Community College

Bay Minette, AL 21.4 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • In-state tuition: $5,040
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,910
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  • Graduation rate: 29%
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 1,153
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Pensacola State College

Pensacola, FL 58.8 miles away BOC Score 61.5
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  • Programs offered: 90
  • Annual completions: 1,840
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Fortis Institute-Pensacola

Pensacola, FL 59.5 miles away BOC Score 19.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 279

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Blue Cliff College-Gulfport

Gulfport, MS 63.8 miles away BOC Score 36.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 175

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Pearl River Community College

Poplarville, MS 84.1 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 1,100
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Northwest Florida State College

Niceville, FL 98.2 miles away BOC Score 67.0
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  • Programs offered: 79
  • Annual completions: 737
  • Online programs available

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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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