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Dental Assistant License in South Carolina

Quick Answer

To obtain a Dental Assistant in South Carolina, review the requirements from SC Board of Dentistry.

Requirements

Dental Assistant license in South Carolina

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Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

SC Board of Dentistry

Dental Assistant Salary in South Carolina

Entry Level

$36,920

Median

$45,930

Experienced

$58,570

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Dental Assistant in South Carolina.

  1. 1

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  2. 2

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.