Dental Assistant Schools in Columbia, SC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Columbia, South Carolina. 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 Columbia, SC

#1

Fortis College-Columbia

Columbia, SC 10.2 miles away BOC Score 35.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 414

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Midlands Technical College

West Columbia, SC 13.6 miles away BOC Score 41.9
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,119
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

York Technical College

Rock Hill, SC 62.2 miles away BOC Score 40.4
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,055

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Aiken Technical College

Graniteville, SC 64.1 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 427
  • Online programs available

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#5

Florence-Darlington Technical College

Florence, SC 64.1 miles away BOC Score 35.7
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 889

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Augusta University

Augusta, GA 73.6 miles away BOC Score 54.4
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  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 443
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Augusta Technical College

Augusta, GA 78.5 miles away BOC Score 45.4
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  • Programs offered: 94
  • Annual completions: 2,339
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte, NC 81.7 miles away BOC Score 52.6
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  • Programs offered: 81
  • Annual completions: 5,637
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Spartanburg Community College

Spartanburg, SC 89.5 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 936
  • Online programs available

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#10

Trident Technical College

Charleston, SC 91.5 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 1,858
  • Online programs available

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South Carolina Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

South Carolina
South Carolina Median Pay $47,320 $22.75 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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