Dental Assistant Schools in Los Altos, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA

#1

Foothill College

Los Altos Hills, CA 1.8 miles away BOC Score 61.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,240
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts

San Jose, CA 9 miles away BOC Score 57.8
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  • Graduation rate: 67%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 2,415
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

San Jose City College

San Jose, CA 10.1 miles away BOC Score 47.4
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 754
  • Online programs available

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#4

Unitek College

Fremont, CA 12.6 miles away BOC Score 71.6
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  • Graduation rate: 71%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 3,341
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

College of San Mateo

San Mateo, CA 17.4 miles away BOC Score 75.8
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 352
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Chabot College

Hayward, CA 18.9 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 1,066

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#7

Carrington College-San Jose

San Jose, CA 19.4 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 558

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#8

Carrington College-San Leandro Campus

San Leandro, CA 22.9 miles away BOC Score 40.7
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 213

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#9

Cabrillo College

Aptos, CA 27.8 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 868
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

College of Alameda

Alameda, CA 30.3 miles away BOC Score 35.5
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 217

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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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