YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Franklin

Start a rewarding healthcare career in as little as 12 weeks — no prior experience needed. Here's your step-by-step guide.

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Weeks to Graduate: 12
Total Tuition: $2,950
Down Payment as Low As: $1490

Become a Dental Assistant in 5 Steps

Dental assistants are in high demand across and the surrounding area. Here's how you can start your new career:

Apply to Franklin Dental Assistant School

Fill out our simple application — it takes about a minute. No prerequisites, no entrance exams. Our admissions team will guide you through the rest.

Complete Your Training

In just 12 weeks, you'll learn everything from dental terminology and clinical procedures to hands-on skills in a real dental office. Topics include infection control, chairside assisting, and digital charting.

Gain Real-World Experience

Work in a real dental office through our externship program, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.

Get Certified

Earn your dental assistant certification as part of the program, making you a more competitive candidate for employers.

Start Your Career

Our career services team helps connect you with local dental offices that are hiring. We assist with resume preparation, interview coaching, and job placement.

Why Is a Great Place to Start

Dental assistants are in demand across and . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of dental assistants is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations.

12 Weeks

From enrollment to graduation

$0 Student Debt

Graduate debt-free with our payment plans

Career Support

Job placement help after graduation

No Experience Needed

You don't need any prior healthcare experience or college coursework to enroll. Our program is designed for people from all backgrounds who are ready for a career change. All you need is a desire to learn and a commitment to your future.

What Are Our Students Saying?

Very glad I had the opportunity to participate in this program! The instructors were all very kind and attentive! Definitely recommend if you are looking for a fun yet engaging learning environment... Read more

Christian warweg

Sarah, Lynn, and Tasha are the best instructors I could’ve asked for! They are the most comforting and nicest people, they truly make sure you understand the material and help you until you get it.... Read more

Kylie Novak

Very hands on & accelerated program! The instructors, Lynn, Latasha, and Sarah are AMAZING! They make everything so fun & make you feel very comfortable! I would definitely recommend this program t... Read more

Kelsie Walker

Highly highly recommend this school if you’re interested in getting your foot in the dental field. I never once felt like I was at school and the instructors are absolutely amazing! Thank you Sarah... Read more

Maddy Colbert

The school, held at a local dentist’s office on Saturdays, gives you hands-on training of FMX, composite tray set-up, alginate impressions, model pouring and trimming, bleach trays, temporary crown... Read more

Carol B

If you put in the effort, you get a lot from this program. If you don't do anything outside of the class you won’t get anything. Also STUDY for your Radiology exam starting class 1!!

Jordan Harrington

This is an amazing school for learning to become a Dental Assistant. Amazing instructors that teach the curriculum and all that it contains very well and in a timely manner. Truly an awesome school... Read more

Ramon Llamas

I love attending this school! The instructors make this course enjoyable and exciting to learn!

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Your New Career Starts Here

Join thousands of graduates who have launched dental assistant careers with Franklin Dental Assistant School.

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