Dental Assistant Schools in Paducah, KY

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Paducah, Kentucky. 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 Paducah, KY

#1

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Paducah, KY 1.2 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 3,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

John A Logan College

Carterville, IL 52.8 miles away BOC Score 51.1
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  • In-state tuition: $4,630
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,540
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 779
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Carbondale, IL 54.4 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 599
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

Newbern, TN 74.2 miles away BOC Score 52.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 989

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN 85.5 miles away BOC Score 60.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 469
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Ross Medical Education Center-Evansville

Evansville, IN 88.9 miles away BOC Score 31.0
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 48

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#7

Ross Medical Education Center-Owensboro

Owensboro, KY 94.9 miles away BOC Score 32.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 19

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Kentucky Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Kentucky
Kentucky Median Pay $47,730 $22.95 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

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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