Dental Assistant Schools in Elko, NV

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Elko, Nevada. 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 Elko, NV

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#1

Academy of Hair Design-Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV In-state option BOC Score 51.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 309

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Career College of Northern Nevada

Sparks, NV In-state option
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  • 1421 Pullman Dr. Sparks, NV 89434-7905

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#3

College of Southern Nevada

Las Vegas, NV In-state option BOC Score 46.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 111
  • Annual completions: 3,247
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Las Vegas College

Las Vegas, NV In-state option BOC Score 45.6
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 241
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV In-state option BOC Score 61.7
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  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 937
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

University of Nevada-Reno

Reno, NV In-state option BOC Score 67.3
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 578
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Great Basin College

Elko, NV In-state option BOC Score 52.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 865
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Truckee Meadows Community College

Reno, NV In-state option BOC Score 63.0
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  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 2,659
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Western Nevada College

Carson City, NV In-state option BOC Score 56.1
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 721
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Nevada Career Institute

Las Vegas, NV In-state option BOC Score 35.4
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 172

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Nevada Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Nevada
Nevada Median Pay $47,110 $22.65 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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