Dental Assistant Schools in Somerset, KY

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Somerset, 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 Somerset, KY

#1

Medical Career & Technical College

Richmond, KY 48.2 miles away BOC Score 37.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 189

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Lincoln Memorial University

Harrogate, TN 63.1 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 278
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Lexington, KY 65.4 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 6,837
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Genesis Career College-Cookeville

Cookeville, TN 79.4 miles away BOC Score 27.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 264

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#5

Roane State Community College

Harriman, TN 82.9 miles away BOC Score 59.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 518
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

South College

Knoxville, TN 84.1 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,724
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN 85.6 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,051

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN 85.7 miles away BOC Score 38.7
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  • Graduation rate: 73%
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 63

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

MedQuest College

Louisville, KY 94.6 miles away BOC Score 56.6
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  • 10400 Linn Station Road, Suite 120 Louisville, KY 40223-1882
  • (502) 245-6177
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 82%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 404

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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

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Career Overview

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