Dental Assistant Schools in Dearborn Heights, MI

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. 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 Dearborn Heights, MI

#1

Dorsey College-Dearborn

Detroit, MI 3.1 miles away BOC Score 18.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 235

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Detroit Mercy

Detroit, MI 9.8 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 176
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Ross Medical Education Center-Canton

Canton, MI 10.6 miles away BOC Score 29.7
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 35

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Wayne County Community College District

Detroit, MI 11.4 miles away BOC Score 21.4
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  • Programs offered: 68
  • Annual completions: 2,005

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#5

Dorsey College-Woodhaven

Woodhaven, MI 12.4 miles away BOC Score 18.4
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 270

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Ross Medical Education Center-Warren

Warren, MI 17 miles away BOC Score 29.7
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 100

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#7

Washtenaw Community College

Ann Arbor, MI 20.2 miles away BOC Score 54.4
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  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 1,899
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Macomb Community College

Warren, MI 20.3 miles away BOC Score 51.8
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  • Programs offered: 89
  • Annual completions: 1,327
  • Online programs available

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#9

Oakland Community College

Auburn Hills, MI 22.9 miles away BOC Score 48.9
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  • Programs offered: 91
  • Annual completions: 1,099
  • Online programs available

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#10

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI 23.5 miles away BOC Score 93.4
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 655
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Michigan Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Michigan
Michigan Median Pay $48,820 $23.47 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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