Dental Assistant Schools in Salem, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Salem, Virginia. 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 Salem, VA

#1

Virginia Western Community College

Roanoke, VA 5.2 miles away BOC Score 54.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,129
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Central Virginia Community College

Lynchburg, VA 48.1 miles away BOC Score 50.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,157
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,595
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 919
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Mercer County Technical Education Center

Princeton, WV 57.9 miles away BOC Score 64.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 194

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Wytheville Community College

Wytheville, VA 60.5 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 621
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Danville Community College

Danville, VA 61.4 miles away BOC Score 46.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,992
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,430
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 39%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 565
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Forsyth Technical Community College

Winston-Salem, NC 84.9 miles away BOC Score 52.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 2,058
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Guilford Technical Community College

Jamestown, NC 89.3 miles away BOC Score 35.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,320
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,696
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 2,212
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Alamance Community College

Graham, NC 92.7 miles away BOC Score 50.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,011
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Davidson-Davie Community College

Thomasville, NC 98.3 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,662
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Virginia Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Virginia
Virginia Median Pay $46,670 $22.44 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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