Launch your dental career with free online training. Vermont dental assistants earn $50,920+ annually. Study at your pace, pay only when you're ready to certify.
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Average Salary
$50,920/year
Job Growth
6 (2024-2034)
Dental Practices
400+
Population 65+
20.6
Training Cost
FREE
Green Mountain State offers excellent opportunities for dental assistants with 400+ dental practices and a population where 20.6 are over 65.
Vermont dental assistants earn $50,920 annually on average, with experienced DAs earning $54,000 - $62,000.
6 projected job growth through 2034 as dental care demand increases across Vermont.
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Vermont requires dental assistants to register with the Vermont Board of Dental Examiners. Registration requires completion of an approved program or DANB certification. Vermont offers Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) credentials for additional clinical procedures through approved training.
Vermont requires dental assistants to complete a Board-approved radiography course and pass the DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam. Radiography certification is part of DA registration requirements and must be renewed with continuing education.
Largest market, UVM presence
Central Vermont hub
State capital region
Southern Vermont
Northeast Kingdom, rural premium
Vermont offers diverse dental employment opportunities from DSO networks to academic institutions.
Employees: 75+
Facilities: Multiple locations
Location: Burlington area
Vermont's academic medical center with dental services.
View Careers →Employees: 75+
Facilities: 5 locations
Location: Major VT communities
National DSO with Vermont presence.
View Careers →Employees: 100+
Facilities: 4 locations
Location: Burlington area
Community health center serving Burlington's diverse communities.
View Careers →Employees: 50+
Facilities: 5 locations
Location: Northeast Kingdom
Community health center serving rural Northeast Vermont.
View Careers →Employees: 40+
Facilities: 2 locations
Location: Londonderry area
Community health center serving Southern Vermont mountains.
View Careers →Employees: 30+
Facilities: 2 locations
Location: Bradford/Wells River
Community health center serving Upper Connecticut River Valley.
View Careers →Employees: 200+
Facilities: 25+ locations
Location: Statewide
Vermont's extensive FQHC network serving rural communities.
View Careers →Employees: 550+
Facilities: 330+ practices
Location: Statewide
Private practices throughout Vermont's small communities.
View Careers →Jennifer M.
Burlington • CHCB
"Community health work in Burlington serves Vermont's most diverse community. Great mission!"
2024-11
Sarah K.
St. Johnsbury • Northern Counties
"Northeast Kingdom practice pays well and the community is welcoming. Beautiful area!"
2024-10
Michael T.
Brattleboro • Private Practice
"Southern Vermont lifestyle is wonderful. Skiing in winter, hiking in summer!"
2024-09
Vermont dental assistants earn an average of $50,920 annually ($24.48/hour)—above the national median. Entry-level positions start at $41,000-$46,500, while experienced DAs earn $54,000-$62,000. Rural Northeast Kingdom pays premiums up to $54,000. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
Yes, Vermont requires dental assistants to register with the Board of Dental Examiners. Registration requires completion of an approved program or DANB certification. EFDA credentials require additional approved training for expanded functions.
EHired's free online program can be completed in 4-8 weeks at your own pace. Vermont registration requires proof of training plus radiography certification. The complete process typically takes 2-3 months from enrollment to employment.
Stable outlook with 6% projected growth through 2034. Vermont's small population (647,000) and 400 dental practices create a manageable but tight job market. Aging population (20.6% over 65) and rural provider shortages drive consistent demand.
Yes! EHired's training is completely free. You pay for Vermont registration fee, radiography certification exam, and any optional certifications when ready. Rural Vermont positions often offer signing bonuses to attract workers.
Burlington/Chittenden County leads with $48,000-$57,000 as Vermont's only significant urban area. Northeast Kingdom offers $46,000-$54,000 with rural premiums. Southern Vermont provides $45,000-$52,000 in resort-adjacent communities.
Vermont offers: (1) Strongest FQHC network per capita nationally, (2) Rural positions with premium pay and signing bonuses, (3) Aging population (20.6% over 65) creating restorative demand, (4) Green Mountain lifestyle with outdoor recreation, (5) Small-community practice opportunities.
Yes! Vermont's rural provider shortages lead many employers to offer signing bonuses, relocation assistance, and loan repayment partnerships. Community health centers serving the Northeast Kingdom and Southern Vermont often provide recruitment incentives.
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Enroll Free Today — No Credit Card RequiredVermont's dental workforce serves approximately 647,000 residents through an estimated 400 dental practices. Burlington/Chittenden County contains the largest concentration of dental employment, though practices exist throughout Vermont's rural communities.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports Vermont employed approximately 1,300 dental assistants in May 2024, earning a median annual wage of $50,920—above the national median, reflecting rural recruitment challenges and workforce shortages.
Vermont lacks a dental school, relying on graduates from regional schools. This creates significant workforce recruitment challenges, particularly in rural areas, translating to competitive wages and signing bonuses for qualified dental assistants.
Vermont has America's second-oldest population (20.6% over 65), creating significant demand for restorative, prosthetic, and geriatric dental services. This demographic reality drives consistent employment demand statewide.
Vermont has one of the nation's strongest federally qualified health center networks per capita. Community health centers operate throughout the state, serving rural populations with potential loan repayment benefits and mission-driven employment.
Vermont's Northeast Kingdom—the rural northeast corner of the state—faces persistent healthcare provider shortages. Dental assistants willing to work in these communities often find premium wages, signing bonuses, and meaningful community integration.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023; BLS OEWS May 2024; ADA Health Policy Institute; DANB.