FAQ – Your Questions Answered
Explore the most common inquiries about our Dental Assistant Training Program and find the answers you need to make an informed decision.
Does the program teach radiology in order to prepare for the DANB exam (Dental Assistant National Board)?
Yes, our curriculum includes this information to prepare for the DANB exam. It’s required by law that as a dental assistant, DA, you must be radiology certified to take dental x-rays in an office.
How long is the program?
The Dental Assistant training program is 12 weeks. We also have a 12 day course option. See below the various schedule options to choose from.
- 12 Saturdays
8:00am to 4:00pm - 12 Weeks – Tuesday/Thursday Evenings
5:00pm to 9:00pm - 12 Weeks Monday/Wednesday Evenings
5:00pm to 9:00pm - 12 Day Course – Monday – Friday
8:00am to 4:00pm
All Options Require an Internship.
100 hours of internship at a Dental office.
The Dental Assistant Internship can be completed during or after the Dental Assistant Course.
What is your tuition to attend your Dental Assistant program?
Tuition cost is $5,500 and includes 1 pair of scrubs, books, the Radiology review class, and 3D Scanner class all to best prepare you to pass the DANB RHS and Coronal Polishing state certifications.
How can I pay for my tuition?
Tuition can be paid in full with a credit card or check, payment plan, or you could qualify for WIOA (Workforce Innovative Opportunity Act) funds. To see if you quailfy visit www.maricopa.edu/wioa.
To learn more, call us at (480) 830-3546 or email us at info@chairsidedentalacademy.com.
Is your program offered online?
No, all classes are in person.
What will I be certified to do after attending your program?
At the end of our program our students are awarded with a Certificate of Completion. This indicates you have successfully finished our course of study.
How many students are in each class?
We keep the class size small 10 students it provides personalized hands-on training.
Do you offer classes for dental hygiene?
NO, although if you are waiting to get accepted into a local dental hygiene program, our program would be greatly beneficial to you. You would be able to enter the hygiene program having great dental knowledge already.
Do you offer an EFDA program?
No.
Can I use credits from your program to utilize in another program?
No. Chairside Dental Academy, LLC is not an accredited program. We are licensed by the Az State Board of Private Licensed Schools
What is the dress code for class?
Scrubs are required. Closed toe shoes, such as tennis shoes. No sandals. No crocs.
What about the RHS in the Coronal polishing? When do I get those certifications?
Those certification fees are included in your tuition fee. We will help you schedule those tests while you’re in school. They will be at a testing site called Pearson Vue. This will enable you to have all the qualifications you need in Arizona to ensure that you get the ideal job.
Is an externship required?
100 hours of externship is required to complete the course. This provides valuable hands-on experience at a dental office. Often times our students will get hired at the externship.
What Our Graduates Say
Completing the program at Chairside Dental Academy was a life-changing experience. The hands-on training prepared me perfectly for my new career!
The instructors were incredibly supportive and knowledgeable. I felt confident stepping into my first dental assistant role.
I appreciated the comprehensive curriculum that covered everything I needed to know. The externship was invaluable!
Chairside Dental Academy exceeded my expectations. The skills I learned here have set me up for success in the dental field.
The small class sizes allowed for personalized attention, and I loved the community feel of the academy.
Thanks to the academy, I landed a job immediately after graduation. The training was top-notch!
Phone
(480) 555-0199
Address
5678 Dental Way, Suite 200, Chandler, AZ 85225
Join Our Dental Assistant Program Today!
Take the first step towards a rewarding career in dental assisting. Enroll now or schedule a consultation to learn more about our comprehensive training program.