Dental Assistant (DA) in Utah

Dental assistants work chairside with dentists — passing instruments, taking impressions, assisting with X-rays, and keeping patients calm. It's a fast-training career with immediate hire potential.

$45,941 UT Median Salary
8% Growth Rate
9–12 months Training

💰 Dental Assistant (DA) Salary in Utah

Estimated salary range for Dental Assistant (DA)s in Utah, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$35,000
Median
$45,941
Experienced
$60,000

🎓 Dental Assistant (DA) Licensing in Utah

Credential required: CDA (DANB) — required in most states

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Utah state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Dental Assistant (DA) Programs in Utah

Technical College
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Davis Technical College

📍 Kaysville, UT

Utah technical college serving Davis County with 35+ career programs in health, construction, manufacturing, and service...

Nursing (LPN/CNA)Dental AssistingMedical AssistingPharmacy TechHVAC
Technical College
⭐ 88

Mountainland Technical College

📍 Lehi, UT

Utah Valley technical college with campuses in Lehi, Orem, Provo, Spanish Fork, and Heber City serving the fastest-growi...

Nursing (LPN/CNA)Dental AssistingMedical AssistingHVACElectrical
Technical College
⭐ 87

Ogden-Weber Technical College

📍 Ogden, UT

Weber County's technical college offering hands-on training in healthcare, trades, and technology for the northern Wasat...

Nursing (LPN/CNA)Medical AssistingDental AssistingHVACElectrical

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