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
$2,650
Next Start Date
May 30, 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?
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Overall experience was a 8 out of 10 ! One thing that I didn’t like, as an experience was the instructor I had had a bad attitude.The other thing I did not like was communication with my online advisors and being able to get in touch with someone the communication is definitely a little off, but other than that, I love the program! I love that it was 50-50 online and hands-on. One of the instructors was real cool and taught us a lot it was very flexible with my availability! Read less
Overall experience was a 8 out of 10 ! One thing that I didn’t like, as an experience was the instructor I had had a bad attitude.The other thing I did not like was communication with my online adv... Read more
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Angel Martinez
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I have experience yet but looking forward to new dentures or teeth I'm leaving g Athe m s georgia so I'll be looking into the dental school o thanks to my ex husband who knock them all out ..
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Joy Lewis
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I really like the instructors, they are always making sure we get everything
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Ana Paula Yugsi
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Mrs. Boston is amazing!!! She is such a good instructor! Very informative, knowledgeable and helpful. The class is very hands on which is good to prepare the students for working in the actual field.
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Jeremiah Britton
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I love the school it’s very interesting very informative and helpful and the instructor is the Best she makes it easy to understand the dental industry the best
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RAP CNN
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Excellent Hands-On Training! Attending this dental assisting school was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The program offered extensive hands-on training that gave me real-world experience and confidence. I learned valuable skills like taking impressions, pouring and trimming models, setting up trays, sterilization protocols, and more. The instructors were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, always making sure we understood each step and felt prepared. Thanks to the skills I gained in this program, I was able to secure a dental assisting job before graduation and felt fully equipped to jump into the role with confidence. I’m so grateful for everything this program taught me; it truly set me up for success in the dental field! Read less
Excellent Hands-On Training! Attending this dental assisting school was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The program offered extensive hands-on training that gave me real-world experience and ... Read more
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Brittany Ramirez
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Well paced and detailed program. The instructor were helpful and informative when asked any questions. The program itself does a good job reaching out to us providing job opportunities.
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christina perez
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This program was very hands on and helpful , our teachers were explanatory and made sure we knew what was going on at all times. Holly will make sure she stays on your toes at all times but that’s what i needed to make sure everything was completed correctly. Definitely recommended! Read less
This program was very hands on and helpful , our teachers were explanatory and made sure we knew what was going on at all times. Holly will make sure she stays on your toes at all times but that’s ... Read more
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Kinslee Bradley
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I recommend yall to sign up and join this 12 week program it’s an amazing program and the instructors help you so much and are very sweet, I had fun while being in this program and also learned a lot from it, it was a great opportunity for a new beginning !!! Read less
I recommend yall to sign up and join this 12 week program it’s an amazing program and the instructors help you so much and are very sweet, I had fun while being in this program and also learned a l... Read more
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Celeste Cervantez
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I am currently enrolled in this school and it has been great, the staff is very helpful, and knowledgeable and they truly get you prepared for the dental workforce.
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Jazmine Harrelson
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