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Weeks to Graduate: 12
Total Tuition: $3,950
Next Start Date: April 11, 2026
Down Payment as Low As: $450

Become a Dental Assistant in 5 Steps

Dental assistants are in high demand across and the surrounding area. Here's how you can start your new career:

1

Apply to Dallas Dental Assistant School

Fill out our simple application — it takes about a minute. No prerequisites, no entrance exams. Our admissions team will guide you through the rest.

2

Complete Your Training

In just 12 weeks, you'll learn everything from dental terminology and clinical procedures to hands-on skills in a real dental office. Topics include infection control, chairside assisting, and digital charting.

3

Gain Real-World Experience

Work in a real dental office through our externship program, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.

4

Get Certified

Earn your dental assistant certification as part of the program, making you a more competitive candidate for employers.

5

Start Your Career

Our career services team helps connect you with local dental offices that are hiring. We assist with resume preparation, interview coaching, and job placement.

Why Is a Great Place to Start

Dental assistants are in demand across and . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of dental assistants is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations.

12 Weeks

From enrollment to graduation

$0 Student Debt

Graduate debt-free with our payment plans

Career Support

Job placement help after graduation

No Experience Needed

You don't need any prior healthcare experience or college coursework to enroll. Our program is designed for people from all backgrounds who are ready for a career change. All you need is a desire to learn and a commitment to your future.

What Are Our Students Saying?

Google 4.9 (200)

Nanette and Amy were so sweet. Nanette made the class funny but serious at the same time. They both were great teachers and had great tips and stories in this field.

Brittany Henshaw

I have learned so much from the instructors Nannette and Amy and feel so confident in my future as a dental assistant!!

Joy Eads

I really liked the school and teachers. I live in Mesquite so the drive was worth it. Nannette and Amy were the best. I leaned so much from them.

Vilma Cadenas

I had a great experience at Dallas Dental Assistant School - Grapevine. My Instructors Krystal and Lena were the best and I learned so much from them and the program. I am so excited to start my ne... Read more

faith mitchell

Had the BEST experience learning and retaining dental knowledge at the Grapevine Location. The instructors were nice and very helpful in my journey in dentistry. I highly recommend this location an... Read more

Deja Hobbs

Had such an excellent time here learning. I learned so much with lena and krystal are the best. I am so excited to get into the office and start my career

Abby Marks

I had a great experience at Dallas Dental Assistant School. Thanks to the amazing instructors, Ms. Rochelle & Ms. Bonnie. I would recommend this School for anyone trying to get into the Dental Ass... Read more

hoinso leonie

Sabrina and Melissa these two instructors go above and beyond for their students they are very organized and knowledgeable and explain lessons in away easy to understand. Sabrina brought fun energ... Read more

Fitsum Tesema

I've enjoyed my time at Dallas Dental School- Mesquite. Our Instructors Sarena and Melissa were great teachers to learn from. I really enjoyed class, they both made the learning experience enjoyabl... Read more

Siscely C

I Had Two Instructors at the Sunnyvale location Ms Melissa & Ms Sarina I Love Them Everything Was Demonstrated Perfectly They Made The Classes Fun While Learning I Recommend Coming To Them 🫶🏾👩🏾‍🎓🦷 ... Read more