Dental Assistant Schools in Suffolk, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Suffolk, 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 Suffolk, VA

#1

Old Dominion University

Norfolk, VA 22.5 miles away BOC Score 57.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,428
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Centura College-Norfolk

Norfolk, VA 26.9 miles away BOC Score 25.5
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 407

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Fortis College-Norfolk

Norfolk, VA 27 miles away BOC Score 24.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 120

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#4

ECPI University

Virginia Beach, VA 27.5 miles away BOC Score 55.5
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 4,273
  • Online programs available

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#5

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Hampton, VA 28.3 miles away BOC Score 39.2
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 410
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Halifax Community College

Weldon, NC 57.3 miles away BOC Score 39.6
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  • In-state tuition: $2,608
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,752
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 262

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA 72.9 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 793
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, VA 74.1 miles away BOC Score 65.9
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 1,386
  • Online programs available

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#9

Fortis College-Richmond

Richmond, VA 76.9 miles away BOC Score 25.7
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 437

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#10

Pitt Community College

Winterville, NC 90 miles away BOC Score 49.3
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 1,803
  • 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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