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 — from your first day to graduation.

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Weeks to Graduate
12
Total Tuition
$4,250
Next Start Date
April 25, 2026
Down Payment as Low As
$1450

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 — 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 — 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 — 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 — and our student support team is here to help with everything from scheduling to career placement.

What Are Our Students Saying?
This course is very face paced and super informative. I love the hands on learning experience every weekend. My instructor Jessie is the best and I genuinely look forward to class every week. I’m very thankful for the opportunities this has opened up for me. I feel extremely well prepared for my future career in dental. Read less
This course is very face paced and super informative. I love the hands on learning experience every weekend. My instructor Jessie is the best and I genuinely look forward to class every week. I’m v... Read more
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Rachel McClellan
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This program is great, lots of learning and fast paced, if you can’t handle fast paced then it’s not for you. My instructor Jessi is awesome and we are learning a lot from her.
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Nina Smith
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The instructors are very knowledgeable about Dental Assisting. They are always willing to help and never make you feel bad if you make a mistake. It’s a short course with a lot of information, but as long as you do the work and pay attention, you will be successful! Read less
The instructors are very knowledgeable about Dental Assisting. They are always willing to help and never make you feel bad if you make a mistake. It’s a short course with a lot of information, but ... Read more
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Tana Naikelis
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This school is amazing. My instructors were extremely supportive and friendly. 10/10 would definitely recommend!
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Marisa Mainiero
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Karen is an amazing instructor! Would recommend this school to anyone interested
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Courtney Chamberlin
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Absolutely amazing school! My instructor Karen was more than willing to help in every way possible!
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Mallery Combs
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Enjoyed the pace of things and the small class. Staff was very supporting.
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Kaci Williams
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It was a great experience! A lot of studying and computer videos but totally worth it in the end If you’re determined:) the best part about the program was my lovely teacher Karen!!! Seriously the nicest and most helpful teacher I have ever had:) she was always opened to answering any questions we had. Read less
It was a great experience! A lot of studying and computer videos but totally worth it in the end If you’re determined:) the best part about the program was my lovely teacher Karen!!! Seriously the ... Read more
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Corrina Zapata
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THIS PROGRAM IS AMAZING!!!! 10/10 recommend this program, super hands on and the instructors are great. If you are wanting to start up a new career in dentistry this is the place to start.
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Lehualani Keka
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I loved being able to go here! Everything was so hands on and learned things three times as fast as all the other programs I investigated to earn an RDA license. I got a job before I graduated In a field that I love! You won’t regret going here. Read less
I loved being able to go here! Everything was so hands on and learned things three times as fast as all the other programs I investigated to earn an RDA license. I got a job before I graduated In a... Read more
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Alyssa Wells
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