Widen Your Possibilities withDental Assisting.
3, 4 or 5
Month Programs
In Person and Hybrid
Classes
94% Job
Placement Rate
8:1 Student
Teacher Ratio
Next Class Starts December 9th – $1,000 Off Tuition!
Altrain Assisting Academy provides you with affordable, hands-on training in a dental office setting. Small classes allow for personalized attention with experienced instructors for the best learning experience. You’ll be provided with the highest quality training and education to succeed in clinical, technical, and administrative aspects of a career as a Dental Assistant.
Discover What You'll Receive
- Certificate of Completion in Dental Assisting
- Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Exam Preparation
- Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Exam Fees
- Arizona Coronal Polish (AZCP) Exam Preparation
- DANB Arizona Coronal Polish (AZCP) Exam Fees
- AHA CPR Certification
- OSHA Training Certificate
- Lifetime Job Placement Assistance
- Dentrix Software Training (front and back office)
Discover What You'll Learn
*Prerequisite: High School diploma, GED or the ability to pass an Entrance Exam.
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Intro to Dentistry/Dentrix Training 30 hours
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Chairside Assisting 30 hours
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Radiology (X-rays) 48 hours
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Labs and Models 24 hours
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Coronal Polishing 18 hours
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Job Placement (Interview Skills) 3 hours
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Total 153 hours
Add-on:
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Optional Orthodontic Training 36 hours
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Optional Externship 160 hours
Dental Assistant Class Schedule
In Person Learning
Classes Start Monthly-
Morning, afternoon and evening classes available to fit within busy schedules. All classes are Monday – Thursday for 3 hours per day.
Hybrid Learning
Classes Start Quarterly-
Designed for the most flexibility. With this option, you’ll attend four pre-recorded lecture videos per week and attend labs on Saturdays for 6 hours.
Imagine All The Career Opportunities
- Customized Resume
- Custom Cover Letter
- Reference List
- Interview Portfolio
Employment Outlook
The employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 11%* from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. Ongoing research linking oral health and general health will continue to increase the demand for preventative dental services.
Once you earn your Arizona Dental Assistant certification, you’ll be qualified to work in any dental office as a front or back office assistant including within specialty practices such as Orthodontic, Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Periodontics and Pediatrics.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Dental Assistant
