The Dental Assistant Program prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest-growing healthcare positions. The 232-hour program will cover key areas and topics, exposing the student to both classroom and hands-on instruction. The 184 hours of classroom instruction reviews the necessary anatomy, terminology, legal and ethical issues as well as the policy and guidelines necessary to understanding the scope of practice and the practical aspects of dental assisting.
Information is subject to change based on industry, facility, or institution requirements.
The cost of the program is $2,591.25. Tuition must be paid in full by the first day of class.
Additional costs include an online background check ($42 payable by the student), drug screen ($40 payable by the student), compliance tracker ($30, payable by the student), and supplies.
Check Eligibility for Licensing Exams
Students who have a felony conviction should check with the Program Manager of their program to determine if a licensing exam is required to be employed. Some examples include, but are not limited to, education, nursing, cosmetology, and technology programs. Legislative changes, specifically, HB 1508 from the 85th Texas legislative session section 53.151 (2017), require notification to applicants and enrollees regarding the consequences of a criminal conviction on eligibility for an occupational license. Students may be ineligible for an occupational license upon completion of a program due to prior convictions.