Dental Assisting in Oregon is one of the most satisfying careers. Dentist are continually searching for well-trained dental assistants. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: “employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 11 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.” It is a skill that requires practice and patience, but it can be a lasting, challenging, and fulfilling career.

School Calendar

  • Start Date
  • End Date
  • Class A
  • Apr 25, 2024
  • Aug 1, 2024
  • (Thur)
  • (Thur)
  • Class B
  • Apr 26, 2024
  • Aug 2, 2024
  • (Fri)
  • (Fri)
  • Class A
  • Aug 22, 2024
  • Nov 21, 2024
  • (Thur)
  • (Thur)
  • Class B
  • Aug 23, 2024
  • Nov 22, 2024
  • (Fri)
  • (Fri)
  • Class A
  • Jan 9, 2025
  • Mar 27, 2025
  • (Thur)
  • (Thur)
  • Class B
  • Jan 10, 2025
  • Mar 28, 2025
  • (Fri)
  • (Fri)
  • Class A
  • May 1, 2025
  • Aug 7, 2025
  • (Thur)
  • (Thur)
  • Class B
  • May 2, 2025
  • Aug 8, 2025
  • (Fri)
  • (Fri)

School Closed (No Classes)

2024

  • Mar 23 & 24 – No class Spring Break
  • Jul 4 & 5 – No class 4th of July
  • Aug 8 – Sep 6
  • Nov 28 & 29 – Thanksgiving
  • Dec 26-31 Christmas

2025

  • Apr 3 & 4 – No class Spring Break
  • Apr 3-25 – No class
  • Jul 3 & 4 – No class 4th of July
  • Aug 15 – Sep 5
  • Nov 27 & 28 – Thanksgiving
  • Dec 25-31 Christmas

Admission Requirements

To be admitted into the program, you must:

  • be 18 years or older.
  • possess a high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalency certificate.

Enrollment Process

To enroll, you must:

  • submit your high school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalency,
  • submit valid identification,
  • submit completed and signed enrollment documents, and
  • pay 20% of tuition as down payment at the time of enrollment.

*We recommend registering early as classes fill quickly.

Tuition and Fees

  • Tuition
  • $5,850
  • Books
  • $650
  • Supplies & Testing Fees
  • $1,300
  • Uniform
  • $50
  • Total
  • $7,850

CPR Training and DANB application fee for Radiology certification are included in tuition cost. Upon enrollment, students will be issued all required textbooks and scrubs.

20% down payment ($1,570.00) is required at the time of enrollment.

The remaining balance of $6,280.00 is due two weeks before the start of class.

Financing

Due to the duration of our program, we do not qualify for government financial aid.  However, our students have found that student loans can be obtained through their local bank or credit union, depending on credit score.

We give students tours of the school, office, and lab. Call us and set an appoint to see what makes us one of the top programs in the state.