Dental Assistant Schools in Covina, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Covina, 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 Covina, CA

#1

UEI College-West Covina

West Covina, CA 1.8 miles away BOC Score 38.3
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 66%
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,731

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Citrus College

Glendora, CA 3 miles away BOC Score 58.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 1,306
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

North-West College-West Covina

West Covina, CA 4.1 miles away BOC Score 43.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 518

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

La Puente, CA 6.5 miles away BOC Score 74.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 978

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

North-West College-Pomona

Pomona, CA 7.7 miles away BOC Score 42.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 224

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

American Career College-Ontario

Ontario, CA 13.5 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,491
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Pasadena City College

Pasadena, CA 14 miles away BOC Score 71.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,592
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

American Career College-Anaheim

Anaheim, CA 17.2 miles away BOC Score 44.0
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 70%
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 1,305

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Downey Adult School

Downey, CA 17.9 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

North-West College-Anaheim

Anaheim, CA 17.9 miles away BOC Score 40.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 227

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

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Career Overview

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