Top Dental Assistant Schools in Pharr, Texas

Dental Assistant programs in Pharr, Texas can help you prepare for a skilled career path. Many programs include classroom instruction and supervised hands-on learning to help you build practical skills before entering the workforce.

Texas Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Texas
Texas Median Pay $42,270 $20.32 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $47,300 $22.74 per hour

Dental Assistant Schools in Pharr

#1

Miller-Motte College-STVT-McAllen

McAllen, TX 3.3 miles away
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Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#2

The College of Health Care Professions-McAllen Campus

McAllen, TX 5.6 miles away
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Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#3

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco

Weslaco, TX 11.4 miles away
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  • 1600 North Westgate Drive, Suite 400 Weslaco, TX 78599
  • (956) 969-1564

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#4

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Brownsville

Brownsville, TX 46.4 miles away
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#5

Miller-Motte College-STVT-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX 118.1 miles away
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Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC


How to Choose a Dental Assistant School

When comparing dental assistant programs in Pharr, look for:

  • Accreditation from a recognized agency
  • Updated facilities and modern training equipment
  • Curriculum that aligns with current industry standards
  • Opportunities for externships, labs, or field practice
  • Clear program length, schedule, and completion requirements

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State Requirements in Texas

  • Review licensing or certification requirements with your state’s professional board.
  • Track required training hours and supervised experience when applicable.
  • Maintain safety and compliance certifications as required by your employer or local regulations.

Texas Dental Assistant Salary & Job Outlook

Based on BLS occupation: Dental Assistants (31-9091)
Data Year: 2024 • Texas

Median Pay (2024) $42,270 $20.32 per hour

Mean Pay (2024)

$42,520 per year $20.44 per hour

Wage Percentiles

10th Percentile $29,970

$14.41 per hour

25th Percentile $35,880

$17.25 per hour

75th Percentile $47,150

$22.67 per hour

90th Percentile $55,400

$26.64 per hour

Texas vs U.S.

Median Wage -10.6%
$42,270

$20.32 per hour

Mean Wage -13.0%
$42,520

$20.44 per hour

Percent difference vs U.S.

Employment Outlook

2024 31,360

Employment: 31,360 jobs

Additional Details

Employment per 1,000 Jobs
2.27
Employment RSE
6.2%
Total Employment (BLS sample)
31,360 jobs

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. www.bls.gov/oes


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