Dental Assistant Schools in Lake Charles, LA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Lake Charles, LA

#1

Lamar State College-Orange

Orange, TX 46.9 miles away BOC Score 53.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 379
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Lamar Institute of Technology

Beaumont, TX 54 miles away BOC Score 48.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,222
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Unitech Training Academy-Lafayette

Lafayette, LA 68.2 miles away BOC Score 35.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 549
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Delta College of Arts & Technology-Lafayette Campus

Lafayette, LA 70.1 miles away BOC Score 38.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 143

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#5

Unitech Training Academy-Alexandria

Alexandria, LA 86.3 miles away BOC Score 28.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 116

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Louisiana Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Louisiana
Louisiana Median Pay $44,090 $21.20 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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