Program Overview:

The Dental Assistant Foundations Hybrid Evening & Weekend Program is designed for busy adults, career changers, recent graduates, and individuals interested in exploring the dental assisting profession without disrupting their work or school schedules.

Through a combination of live online evening classes and in-person weekend workshops, participants will gain foundational knowledge of dental assisting concepts, dental terminology, infection prevention, patient communication, dental procedures, and dental office operations.

This program is offered for educational enrichment and career exploration only. It is not a vocational education or certification program and does not prepare participants for employment, licensure, registration, or certification as a dental assistant.

Who Should Attend?

This program is ideal for:

• Individuals exploring a career in dentistry

• Career changers

• Recent high school graduates

• College students interested in healthcare

• Dental office administrative team members seeking a better understanding of clinical operations

• Individuals considering future formal dental assisting education

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

• Describe the role of a dental assistant.

• Identify common dental instruments.

• Explain basic infection prevention principles.

• Recognize common dental procedures.

• Understand dental terminology.

• Describe dental office workflow.

• Demonstrate professional communication techniques.

• Explore educational and career pathways in dentistry.

Program Format:

Four Live Online Evening Classes

Thursdays • 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Two In-Person Educational Workshops

Saturdays • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Interactive discussions and instructor-led demonstrations

Hands-on learning using simulation models only (no patient care)

Digital learning resources included

Program Completion:

Participants who successfully attend the scheduled sessions will receive:

• Letter of Participation

• Record of Attendance

No certificate, professional credential, or license is awarded.

Registration Type Tuition

Early Registration $595

Standard Registration $695

Group Registration (3 or more participants) $550 per participant

Payment Plan (upon request)

• $200 non-refundable registration deposit

• Remaining balance payable in two equal installments before program completion

Important Disclaimer

The Dental Assistant Foundations Hybrid Evening & Weekend Program is offered solely for educational enrichment and career exploration. It is not a vocational education program and does not prepare participants for licensure, certification, registration, or employment as a dental assistant. No clinical competencies are evaluated, and no professional credential is awarded. Participants receive a Letter of Participation and a Record of Attendance only. Individuals interested in becoming practicing dental assistants should consult their state's dental board and applicable regulatory requirements regarding education and employment.