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
$3,650
Next Start Date
April 11, 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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Courtney without a doubt, one of the best instructors I have had. Their passion for the subject is infectious, and they genuinely care about student success. I definitely recommend this course with her teaching you the basics you need to know to become a dental assistant. I truly appreciated her engaging, student-centered approach. I felt motivated to participate, and she was always approachable for help. Every-time I left class I was that much more confident in taking my X-Rays, impressions and pouring them up, by week 12 she mentioned how far I have came and the improvement I’ve made. Highly recommended! Thank you Ms. Courtney Read less
Courtney without a doubt, one of the best instructors I have had. Their passion for the subject is infectious, and they genuinely care about student success. I definitely recommend this course wi... Read more
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Kendra Maurer
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Ms. Courtney is an exceptional dental assistant teacher. She is incredibly kind, patient, and reassuring, and she is always there to answer questions and offer support. She truly wants to see her students succeed and does everything she can to help you win. Her encouragement and dedication make a big difference in the learning experience. Read less
Ms. Courtney is an exceptional dental assistant teacher. She is incredibly kind, patient, and reassuring, and she is always there to answer questions and offer support. She truly wants to see her s... Read more
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Bri
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Very informative class. I learned so much from this class. Melissa my instructor was amazing
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Cristian Urquiza
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Attended Austin Dental Assistant school at this location. Great experience, would totally do it again.
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Claire Sherman
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Courtney was the absolute best instructor. She was patient and very knowledgeable. The material we went over helped us learn the basics. I would have to say if more patient care was gone over that would have helped alot to make me comfortable talking to patients as i bring them back to the clinic. The only other thing I would say is when going over entering patients in Dentrix, there needs to be a section on note taking because not every office uses Dentrix. The Orthodontic office I am at uses TOPS and there is not a chart of the mouth to choose which teeth and arch your working on, you have enter notes. I also believe other xray options need to be addressed and shown in the online material. Panos, iTero, ceph not just intraoral. Other than adding some material and taking out focusing on just xrays or making impressions there needs to be more time on learning instruments, patient care, note taking on dentrix. I had an amazing experience and enjoyed every moment! Read less
Courtney was the absolute best instructor. She was patient and very knowledgeable. The material we went over helped us learn the basics. I would have to say if more patient care was gone over tha... Read more
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Jessica Kullhem
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Really enjoyed my time in this school, learned a lot. The instructors, especially Candace, Evelin and Mr Jay, made a huge difference. Their real-world experience and patience made complex topics easy to understand. Read less
Really enjoyed my time in this school, learned a lot. The instructors, especially Candace, Evelin and Mr Jay, made a huge difference. Their real-world experience and patience made complex topics ea... Read more
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Lisbeth Lebron
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I enjoyed our classes and courtney did a phenomenal job at making sure I understood what I was doing and our questions were always answered, She was always kind and made us feel comfortable at doing something new. Read less
I enjoyed our classes and courtney did a phenomenal job at making sure I understood what I was doing and our questions were always answered, She was always kind and made us feel comfortable at doin... Read more
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Melanie Guerrero
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Honestly, I had the best time and am sad that it went by so fast. Ms.Courtney is hands down an A.M.A.Z.I.N.G instructor. Her training has given me the confidence I need to move forward in this field. The one thing that stands out the most on what we have learned is definitely FMX. With her guidance and the feedback she gives, in her words my FMX are "chef's kiss! " Thank you Courtney and I'll miss your bubbly personality! Read less
Honestly, I had the best time and am sad that it went by so fast. Ms.Courtney is hands down an A.M.A.Z.I.N.G instructor. Her training has given me the confidence I need to move forward in this fiel... Read more
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Jessica Kullhem
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This school has great advisors and runs well!
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Kiki Meraz
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Very helpful to learn all of the hands-on tasks of a dental assistant prior to entering the workforce. Ms. Shon and Ms. Courtney were the best!! Always super informative and made sure all of the students could make the most of their learning experience and benefit from the classes. Read less
Very helpful to learn all of the hands-on tasks of a dental assistant prior to entering the workforce. Ms. Shon and Ms. Courtney were the best!! Always super informative and made sure all of the st... Read more
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Kelsey Carroll
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