Dental Assistant Schools in Decatur, GA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Decatur, Georgia. 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 Decatur, GA

#1

Georgia State University

Atlanta, GA 5.2 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 691
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Georgia State University-Perimeter College

Atlanta, GA 5.2 miles away BOC Score 50.8
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 72
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Atlanta Technical College

Atlanta, GA 7.4 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 108
  • Annual completions: 3,046
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

United Education Institute-Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain, GA 7.7 miles away BOC Score 22.0
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 984

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Clayton State University

Morrow, GA 12.5 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 282
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

United Education Institute-Morrow

Morrow, GA 13.9 miles away BOC Score 24.7
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 1,340

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Fortis College-Smyrna

Smyrna, GA 16.3 miles away BOC Score 34.9
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  • In-state tuition: $15,543
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,543
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 539

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Chattahoochee Technical College

Marietta, GA 18.3 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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  • Programs offered: 100
  • Annual completions: 6,004
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Gwinnett Technical College

Lawrenceville, GA 18.7 miles away BOC Score 55.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 77
  • Annual completions: 3,727
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Southern Crescent Technical College

Griffin, GA 35.7 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 116
  • Annual completions: 4,085
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Georgia Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Georgia
Georgia Median Pay $46,840 $22.52 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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