Dental Assistant Schools in Carlsbad, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Carlsbad, California. 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 Carlsbad, CA

#1

Palomar College

San Marcos, CA 6.2 miles away BOC Score 55.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 74
  • Annual completions: 1,721
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

UEI College-Oceanside

Oceanside, CA 7.2 miles away BOC Score 37.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,331

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos

San Marcos, CA 7.2 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 432

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

San Diego Mesa College

San Diego, CA 23.1 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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  • In-state tuition: $1,146
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,002
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 34%
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 473
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula

Temecula, CA 28.5 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,182

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Concorde Career College-San Diego

San Diego, CA 31 miles away BOC Score 54.2
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  • 4393 Imperial Avenue, Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92113-1964
  • (619) 688-0800
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 725

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Pima Medical Institute-Chula Vista

Chula Vista, CA 36.3 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 60%
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 375

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Southwestern College

Chula Vista, CA 37.4 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,528
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

UEI College-Chula Vista

Chula Vista, CA 37.9 miles away BOC Score 38.1
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 2,097

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, CA 52.2 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 1,851
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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

Next Steps

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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