Dental Assistant Schools in Erie, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Erie, Pennsylvania. 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 Erie, PA

#1

Great Lakes Institute of Technology

Erie, PA 2.8 miles away BOC Score 40.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 244

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Ross Medical Education Center-Niles

Niles, OH 73.9 miles away BOC Score 35.4
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  • 5555 Youngstown-Warren Rd, Unit 909 Niles, OH 44446-4810
  • (330) 505-1436
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 65

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Lakeland Community College

Kirtland, OH 74.2 miles away BOC Score 43.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 416
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Youngstown State University

Youngstown, OH 75.8 miles away BOC Score 48.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 733
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Choffin Career and Technical Center

Youngstown, OH 76.2 miles away BOC Score 63.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 86

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Erie Community College

Buffalo, NY 80.8 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,092
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Remington College-Cleveland Campus

Cleveland, OH 91.2 miles away BOC Score 26.5
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 140

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Cuyahoga Community College District

Cleveland, OH 93.4 miles away BOC Score 47.6
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  • Programs offered: 97
  • Annual completions: 2,818
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Niagara County Community College

Sanborn, NY 93.6 miles away BOC Score 63.1
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 496
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

Brecksville, OH 96.1 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 307

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Pennsylvania Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $47,930 $23.05 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

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Career Overview

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