Dental Assistant Schools in Okeechobee, FL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Okeechobee, 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 Okeechobee, FL

#1

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie

Port Saint Lucie, FL 29.7 miles away BOC Score 30.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 191

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Indian River State College

Fort Pierce, FL 31.4 miles away BOC Score 68.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 115
  • Annual completions: 2,383
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

South Florida State College

Avon Park, FL 48.6 miles away BOC Score 73.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $3,165
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,859
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Palm Beach State College

Lake Worth, FL 63.1 miles away BOC Score 62.9
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  • Programs offered: 99
  • Annual completions: 2,779
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Eastern Florida State College

Melbourne, FL 65 miles away BOC Score 63.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,496
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,739
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 85
  • Annual completions: 2,413
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Atlantic Technical College

Coconut Creek, FL 79.4 miles away BOC Score 61.0
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 60%
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 913
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Florida SouthWestern State College

Fort Myers, FL 80.8 miles away BOC Score 66.7
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,648
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Osceola Technical College

Kissimmee, FL 81.2 miles away BOC Score 43.3
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 555

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#9

Cape Coral Technical College

Cape Coral, FL 81.3 miles away BOC Score 71.6
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 368

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#10

Charlotte Technical College

Port Charlotte, FL 82.6 miles away BOC Score 48.6
Tuition
  • 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

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