Dental Assistant Schools in Goleta, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA

#1

Oxnard College

Oxnard, CA 44.2 miles away BOC Score 54.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 965

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Allan Hancock College

Santa Maria, CA 47.5 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 54.3 miles away BOC Score 46.3
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 172
  • Online programs available

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#4

Central California School of Continuing Education

San Luis Obispo, CA 72.5 miles away BOC Score 68.8
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 77

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#5

UEI College-Reseda

Reseda, CA 77.8 miles away BOC Score 42.6
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  • Graduation rate: 72%
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 2,080

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#6

San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 77.9 miles away BOC Score 39.0
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 769

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#7

UEI College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA 79.9 miles away BOC Score 31.7
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 2,177

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#8

National Career College

Panorama City, CA 82 miles away BOC Score 38.7
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 244
  • Online programs available

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#9

North-West College-Van Nuys

Van Nuys, CA 82.2 miles away BOC Score 33.5
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 127

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#10

Concorde Career College-North Hollywood

North Hollywood, CA 84.9 miles away BOC Score 57.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 387

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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

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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