Dental Assistant Schools in Cape Girardeau, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. 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 Cape Girardeau, MO

#1

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Carbondale, IL 33.3 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 599
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

John A Logan College

Carterville, IL 39.7 miles away BOC Score 51.1
Tuition
  • 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

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Paducah, KY 52.7 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

#4

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

Newbern, TN 84 miles away BOC Score 52.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 989

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Kaskaskia College

Centralia, IL 88.7 miles away BOC Score 54.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,800
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,570
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,332
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Arkansas Northeastern College

Blytheville, AR 99.5 miles away BOC Score 52.0
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 362
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Missouri Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $45,970 $22.10 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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