Dental Assisting at Concorde Career Institute-Miramar

Miramar, FL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Dental Support Services and Allied Professions

A 99% acceptance rate means Concorde Career Institute-Miramar is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 137 students in Miramar, FL.

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $23,606/yr fall 35% below the $36,429 national median for Dental Assisting. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 12% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Dental Assisting graduates.

At $9,500 in median debt against $23,606 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

At #382 out of 513 programs, Concorde Career Institute-Miramar's financial outcomes for Dental Assisting trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $23,606 to $27,427 over five years (16% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

Dental Assisting connects to 4 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
42
Score
42
High End
Earnings $23,606/yr (-35% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Large (99,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$281K
3.8% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
4 of 4
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
4.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$27,427
16% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Dental Assisting graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Dental hygienists $94,260 +7.0% 81%
Dental laboratory technicians $48,310 -4.7% 96%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Dental hygienists
$94,260
+7.0% growth 81% AI-proof
Dental laboratory technicians
$48,310
-4.7% growth 96% AI-proof

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Dental Assisting Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Dental Assisting careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Concorde Career Institute-Miramar's Dental Assisting program score?
At 42/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Dental Assisting programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Why are Dental Assisting earnings lower at Concorde Career Institute-Miramar?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
Can I learn Dental Assisting through an apprenticeship instead of Concorde Career Institute-Miramar?
There are 4 registered apprenticeships connected to Dental Assisting occupations, such as Dental Assistant (Alternate Title: Dental Specialist) and Dental Laboratory Technician. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
How many job openings are there for Dental Assisting graduates?
Job availability for Dental Assisting is strong — 99,500 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Concorde Career Institute-Miramar graduates specifically, local market conditions in FL may shift the picture.
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