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Dental Assisting Training Resource Center

Your guide to dental assisting training schools, certification and careers.

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If you're looking for a new career, dental assisting offers great hours and benefits. You can also get into the workforce quickly and easily through fast track certificate training, or find an affordable diploma or associate's degree program that works with your schedule.

The dental profession is historically innovative and continues to introduce new technology. A dental assistant who learns the trade and stays up-to-date with new advancements not only builds a dynamic career, but adds great value to the dental office, becoming a vital contributor to its success.

A dental assistant career is one you can be proud of. It offers good earning opportunities, a clean work environment and the ability to help others. Explore our dental assisting resources to learn more about degrees and careers in this field.

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Dental Assistant Professional Profile

Interview with Julie Wong
Dental Assistant
Recent Graduate from Seattle Vocational Institute

"I'm a natural care provider," says Julie Wong, referring both to her love for the health care field and her interest in holistic and natural healing. "I was a massage therapist for years, and I loved it. But I needed to make a career change."

"I wanted a career that would be easy on my body and wouldn't require me to rent a space and do everything myself. Dental assisting was a perfect fit. The pay is fair, the hours are reasonable—we work 3 1/2 days a week—and I get a steady salary, great benefits and bonuses." Continue reading Julie's dental assistant interview...

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Dental Assisting Training Student Profile

Interview with Hien Dang
Current Student of Dental Assisting
Seattle Vocational Institute

Hien Dang chose her dental assisting school for its dedicated teachers and the clinic it offers the residents of its central Seattle neighborhood. "The teachers seemed really involved in making sure you know everything you need to know. You can tell that they really care."

"I like working in the clinics; it's exciting to work with real patients. You're on your feet all day, and you're never bored!"

"The dental clinic is great—there's a dentist to work with you. And my classmates are a really diverse set of people, which I love. I have classmates from Nicaragua and from West Africa." Read the entire dental assisting training student interview...

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Education Snapshot

Dental Assistant Training & Certification
Time to completion and testing breakdown.

Dental Assistant School Accreditation
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Degrees for a Dental Assistant Career
Certificate or associate's degree?

Dental Assistant Scholarships &
Financial Aid

Many schools and organizations offer financial aid.

Dental Assisting Training: Student Interview
What dental assisting courses are like.

Dental Assistant Schools
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Career Guide

Dental Assisting Profession Defined
Dental assisting job description.

Dental Assisting Salaries
Wages vary in different areas. The average hourly...

Dental Assistant Career Environment
Dental assisting can be done in a variety of different...

Dental Assistant vs. Dental Hygienist
These two important careers are similar. However, educational requirements...

Dental Assistant Résumé
Get tips for writing your dental assistant resume.

Dental Assistant Interview
First-hand account of what it's like to be a dental assistant.

Dental Assistant Glossary
The terms of the trade are easy once you understand...

Spotlight Schools

Apollo College

Apollo College provides practical, real-world education. Our dental assistant programs prepare you for entry-level employment with curriculum in dental assisting theory, laboratory instruction and clinical experience.