Dental Assistant Schools in Estero, FL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Estero, Florida. 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 Estero, FL

#1

Florida SouthWestern State College

Fort Myers, FL 10.3 miles away BOC Score 66.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,648
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Cape Coral Technical College

Cape Coral, FL 19.3 miles away BOC Score 71.6
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 368

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Lorenzo Walker Technical College

Naples, FL 19.9 miles away BOC Score 74.4
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 99%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 682

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Charlotte Technical College

Port Charlotte, FL 45.4 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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  • Graduation rate: 59%
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 474

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Meridian College

Sarasota, FL 76.4 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 87

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#6

South Florida State College

Avon Park, FL 82.4 miles away BOC Score 73.8
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  • In-state tuition: $3,165
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,859
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  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota

Bradenton, FL 85.3 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 380
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Manatee Technical College

Bradenton, FL 88.2 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,271

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#9

Concorde Career Institute-Miramar

Miramar, FL 98.3 miles away BOC Score 42.7
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 280

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#10

Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College

Miami Lakes, FL 99.6 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 661

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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

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