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
$3,950
Next Start Date
March 28, 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?
Google Google 4.9 (27)
The best part of this whole experience was our Instructor Sherida!! She was the only instructor that was consistent and helped us even when the school did not give us the supplies we needed
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Hannah Cashman
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Just finished my program from there it was a really enjoyable experience. My instructor Jamila made it even better she was so sweet and understanding. I would definitely recommend this program such a good experience. Read less
Just finished my program from there it was a really enjoyable experience. My instructor Jamila made it even better she was so sweet and understanding. I would definitely recommend this program such... Read more
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Yaricsa Hurtado
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good technique to make the lessons understood even if the level of English is low for expatriates like me who do not have a good level of English! I was afraid of not being able to get out of it but over time I found myself understanding more quickly than I thought. Thank you very much for giving me this opportunity to come to your school. Read less
good technique to make the lessons understood even if the level of English is low for expatriates like me who do not have a good level of English! I was afraid of not being able to get out of it bu... Read more
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Carole Nyamouth
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Ms.Jamila and Mrs. Tasha are the best instructors I ever I met! They are very helpful and hands on and they’re the reason why my entire class graduated.
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Niecy Nolan
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I just graduated the program today and I loved it. My instructors Jamila and Tasha were great at helping me understand and feel comfortable with going into the real world. I want to thank them. One thing that can be worked on is keeping the same teacher for each class but other then that I love them and my class. Read less
I just graduated the program today and I loved it. My instructors Jamila and Tasha were great at helping me understand and feel comfortable with going into the real world. I want to thank them. One... Read more
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Kentaea Watson
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I absolutely loved this course! It covered everything I needed to know in just 12 weeks. Instructor Jamila and Tasha were incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and engaging, making the learning experience truly enjoyable and effective. Read less
I absolutely loved this course! It covered everything I needed to know in just 12 weeks. Instructor Jamila and Tasha were incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and engaging, making the learning exp... Read more
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Stef Stef
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Instructor Jamila is the best! She’s very helpful and hands on, always making sure you’re confident in doing what you learned each class. She’s always smiling and has great energy. My experience was amazing! Read less
Instructor Jamila is the best! She’s very helpful and hands on, always making sure you’re confident in doing what you learned each class. She’s always smiling and has great energy. My experience w... Read more
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Tyreek Echoles
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Amazing program and Emma was the best instructor to learn from!
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Juliana Erazo
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Great Instructors! Ready to work one on one and set students up for success! Flexible online learning with in person Saturday class. Small classes for optimal learning experience. Students ready to work after just 12 weeks in class! Read less
Great Instructors! Ready to work one on one and set students up for success! Flexible online learning with in person Saturday class. Small classes for optimal learning experience. Students ready to... Read more
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Kim Baron
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This school helped me learn so much in the dental field! Our instructors are very helpful and reassured us to ask for assistance or ask any questions when we felt the need to. Emma especially made us feel comfortable and safe. Emma plays a huge role in our education and always makes sure to correct us as well as inform us on anything we do incorrectly that way we know how to do it the right way next time! I am so grateful for the opportunity of attending this school and all the wonderful classmates and instructors I’ve gotten the pleasure to meet along the way. If you’re looking to get into dental assisting, I definitely recommend this program! Read less
This school helped me learn so much in the dental field! Our instructors are very helpful and reassured us to ask for assistance or ask any questions when we felt the need to. Emma especially made ... Read more
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Natalia Horchata
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