Dental Laboratory Technology/Technician
Program Availability
Schools Offering
25
45 total including inactive
States
13
Across 13 states
Graduates (2025)
232
Total completions
Dental Laboratory Technology/Technician is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 13 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Tennessee and Puerto Rico.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$48,310
Dental Laboratory Technicians
Job Growth
-4.7%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$2,568
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Dental Laboratory Technicians. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $10,400, and the work is primarily indoor with heavy physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
research, analysis, and problem-solving; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Building things
- Working with hands
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?
Do you value time management?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who prefer working independently
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Dental Laboratory Technology/Technician?
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