Dental Assistant Schools in Plum, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Plum, 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 Plum, PA

#1

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Pittsburgh, PA 11.5 miles away BOC Score 73.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 1,051
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Institute of Medical Careers

Pittsburgh, PA 13.3 miles away BOC Score 59.6
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 975
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Westmoreland County Community College

Youngwood, PA 20.3 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 478
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

East Ohio College

East Liverpool, OH 44.9 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 84
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Eastern Gateway Community College

Steubenville, OH 49.2 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 3,230
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

West Liberty University

West Liberty, WV 50.7 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 183
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Somerset County Technology Center

Somerset, PA 51.1 miles away BOC Score 66.2
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 83

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#8

West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown

Morgantown, WV 61.1 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 208
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Ross College-Morgantown

Morgantown, WV 61.3 miles away BOC Score 38.9
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  • Graduation rate: 69%
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 16

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#10

West Virginia University

Morgantown, WV 61.4 miles away BOC Score 67.4
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  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 904
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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