Dental Assistant Schools in Atascadero, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Atascadero, California. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Atascadero, CA

#1

Central California School of Continuing Education

San Luis Obispo, CA 15.4 miles away BOC Score 68.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 77

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Allan Hancock College

Santa Maria, CA 40.1 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 2,518
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Taft College

Taft, CA 73 miles away BOC Score 46.3
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 172
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 91.9 miles away BOC Score 39.0
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 769

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#5

UEI College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 92.4 miles away BOC Score 31.7
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 2,177

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#6

Milan Institute-Visalia

Visalia, CA 94.3 miles away BOC Score 35.5
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 783

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#7

San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia

Visalia, CA 95.5 miles away BOC Score 45.3
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,915
  • Online programs available

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California Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $50,110 $24.09 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

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Career Overview

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