Dental Assistant Schools in Wilkes Barre, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Wilkes Barre, PA

#1

Luzerne County Community College

Nanticoke, PA 7 miles away BOC Score 43.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 338
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Fortis Institute-Scranton

Scranton, PA 16.5 miles away BOC Score 29.6
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  • In-state tuition: $15,348
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,348
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 120

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Northampton County Area Community College

Bethlehem, PA 48.8 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 846
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Berks Career & Technology Center

Leesport, PA 55.5 miles away BOC Score 44.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 41

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Pennsylvania College of Technology

Williamsport, PA 59.8 miles away BOC Score 71.8
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 1,345
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

SUNY Broome Community College

Binghamton, NY 61.6 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 339
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute

Wyomissing, PA 62.5 miles away BOC Score 34.4
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 395

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#8

County College of Morris

Randolph, NJ 72.4 miles away BOC Score 72.1
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  • In-state tuition: $6,210
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,310
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  • Graduation rate: 35%
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 486
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Raritan Valley Community College

Branchburg, NJ 76 miles away BOC Score 69.8
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  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 266
  • Online programs available

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#10

Orange County Community College

Middletown, NY 76.4 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 292

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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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