Dental Assistant Schools in Bradenton, FL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Bradenton, Florida. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Bradenton, FL

#1

Manatee Technical College

Bradenton, FL 0.6 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,271

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota

Bradenton, FL 3.7 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 380
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Meridian College

Sarasota, FL 11.9 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 87

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

St Petersburg College

St. Petersburg, FL 19.3 miles away BOC Score 74.6
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 2,563
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg

Saint Petersburg, FL 19.8 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 1,040
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Hillsborough Community College

Tampa, FL 31.6 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,075
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Concorde Career Institute-Tampa

Tampa, FL 32.6 miles away BOC Score 41.8
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 528

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Ultimate Medical Academy

Clearwater, FL 35.3 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 13,581
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Erwin Technical College

Tampa, FL 36 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 634

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#10

Charlotte Technical College

Port Charlotte, FL 42.6 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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  • In-state tuition: $3,110
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,110
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 59%
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 474

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Florida Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Florida
Florida Median Pay $47,620 $22.89 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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