Dental Assistant (DA) in Colorado

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.

$44,562 CO Median Salary
8% Growth Rate
9–12 months Training

💰 Dental Assistant (DA) Salary in Colorado

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

Entry
$35,000
Median
$44,562
Experienced
$60,000

🎓 Dental Assistant (DA) Licensing in Colorado

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

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

🏫 Dental Assistant (DA) Programs in Colorado

Technical College
⭐ 92

Emily Griffith Technical College

📍 Denver, CO

Named one of USA Today's Top 250 Vocational Schools; Denver's iconic public technical college with nearly 50 career-trai...

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Community College
⭐ 86

Aims Community College

📍 Greeley, CO

Northern Colorado community college with 90+ programs including strong trades and P-TECH partnerships with local high sc...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Medical AssistingDental AssistingHVACWelding
Community College
⭐ 85

Community College of Denver

📍 Denver, CO

Urban Denver community college with 150+ associate and certificate programs serving one of the most diverse student popu...

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