STUDENT EXPERIENCE

What to Expect as a Dental Assistant Student

Wondering what it's really like? Here's a look inside our 12-week program โ€” from your first day to graduation.

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

Your 12-Week Journey

Our program is designed to take you from beginner to job-ready in 12 weeks. Here's what your experience will look like:

1

Weeks 1-2: Building Your Foundation

You'll start by learning the fundamentals โ€” dental terminology, professional conduct, and the basics of working in a dental office. You'll meet your classmates and instructors, and start getting comfortable in a clinical environment.

2

Weeks 3-8: Hands-On Clinical Training

This is where it gets real. You'll practice clinical skills in a real dental office environment, working with actual equipment and tools. You'll learn chairside assisting, infection control, dental charting, X-rays, and clinical procedures.

3

Weeks 9-10: Certification Prep

Prepare for your dental assistant certification exam with comprehensive review sessions and practice tests. You'll earn your credential as part of the program.

4

Weeks 11-12: Externship

Put everything you've learned into practice during your externship at a local dental office. You'll work alongside licensed professionals, gaining real-world experience that employers value.

A Typical Week

Classroom Learning

Each week includes structured classroom time where you'll learn the theory and knowledge behind dental assisting โ€” from anatomy and terminology to patient care protocols and office procedures.

Hands-On Practice

Our classes take place in real dental offices, so you'll practice on the same equipment you'll use in your career. This isn't a simulation โ€” it's the real thing.

What You'll Learn

  • Dental terminology
  • Chairside assisting
  • Infection control
  • Dental radiography (X-rays)
  • Dental charting
  • Instrument identification
  • Restorative procedures
  • Patient care & comfort
  • Office management
  • Certification exam prep

Small Classes, Big Support

Our class sizes are small by design, so you get the individual attention you need. Your instructors are experienced dental professionals who are invested in your success โ€” and our student support team is here to help with everything from scheduling to career placement.

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. I feel confident and ready to pursue my new career in dentistry! Read less
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
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Christian warweg
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Sarah, Lynn, and Tasha are the best instructors I couldโ€™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. Highly recommend coming here if you want to become a Dental Assistant!! Read less
Sarah, Lynn, and Tasha are the best instructors I couldโ€™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
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Kylie Novak
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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 to anyone looking to become a Dental Assistant! Read less
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
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Kelsie Walker
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Highly highly recommend this school if youโ€™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, Lynn and Tasha! Read less
Highly highly recommend this school if youโ€™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
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Maddy Colbert
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The school, held at a local dentistโ€™s office on Saturdays, gives you hands-on training of FMX, composite tray set-up, alginate impressions, model pouring and trimming, bleach trays, temporary crowns, anesthesia syringe set-up, bite registration, digital charting (using Dentryx), and CPR. They give you help with going through Dental Radiology boards (a MUST in Indiana). We were lucky enough to have Sarah as a main teacher and Shelby and Ashley as backups. Their real-life experience is also helpful to us. There were three students in my class, so there was plenty of professional assistance for us all throughout the entire program. They expect you to do a 40-hour externship, which really motivates you to get out there! Read less
The school, held at a local dentistโ€™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
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Carol B
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If you put in the effort, you get a lot from this program. If you don't do anything outside of the class you wonโ€™t get anything. Also STUDY for your Radiology exam starting class 1!!
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Jordan Harrington
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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 to go to for becoming a Dental Assistant! Read less
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
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Ramon Llamas
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I love attending this school! The instructors make this course enjoyable and exciting to learn!
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hope mcnaughton
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