YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Temple

Start a rewarding healthcare career in as little as 12 weeks — no prior experience needed. Here's your step-by-step guide.

Start Your Application

Ready to Take the First Step?

Apply now and a member of our admissions team will walk you through everything you need to know.

Weeks to Graduate
12
Total Tuition
$4,850
Next Start Date
April 25, 2026
Down Payment as Low As
$450

Become a Dental Assistant in 5 Steps

Dental assistants are in high demand across and the surrounding area. Here's how you can start your new career:

1

Apply to Temple Dental Assistant School

Fill out our simple application — it takes about a minute. No prerequisites, no entrance exams. Our admissions team will guide you through the rest.

2

Complete Your Training

In just 12 weeks, you'll learn everything from dental terminology and clinical procedures to hands-on skills in a real dental office. Topics include infection control, chairside assisting, and digital charting.

3

Gain Real-World Experience

Work in a real dental office through our externship program, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.

4

Get Certified

Earn your dental assistant certification as part of the program, making you a more competitive candidate for employers.

5

Start Your Career

Our career services team helps connect you with local dental offices that are hiring. We assist with resume preparation, interview coaching, and job placement.

Why Is a Great Place to Start

Dental assistants are in demand across and . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of dental assistants is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations.

12 Weeks

From enrollment to graduation

$0 Student Debt

Graduate debt-free with our payment plans

Career Support

Job placement help after graduation

No Experience Needed

You don't need any prior healthcare experience or college coursework to enroll. Our program is designed for people from all backgrounds who are ready for a career change. All you need is a desire to learn and a commitment to your future.

What Are Our Students Saying?
Google Google 4.9 (86)
Learned a lot!!
Reviewer profile photo
Mary Patterson
Stars for review
I had an amazing experience at Temple Dental Assisting School! The instructors are truly great, supportive, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. They made every class fun and engaging, and the hands-on training really built my confidence. I’m so grateful for everything I learned here. Thanks to their program, I graduated with a full-time job already lined up! I couldn’t recommend this school enough to anyone considering a career in dental assisting. Read less
I had an amazing experience at Temple Dental Assisting School! The instructors are truly great, supportive, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. They made every class fun and engaging, and th... Read more
Reviewer profile photo
Abby Rose
Stars for review
I had the amazing experience being in this class I learn new things everyday. I highly recommend coming here to become a dental assistant!!!!😊😊😊😊
Reviewer profile photo
Catheleen Omnes
Stars for review
Ms. Ori was the best instructor I’ve gotten to experience. I also was employed through my externship! Great experience, the school just needs to provide the instructors with more materials for bigger classes. Read less
Ms. Ori was the best instructor I’ve gotten to experience. I also was employed through my externship! Great experience, the school just needs to provide the instructors with more materials for bigg... Read more
Reviewer profile photo
m c
Stars for review
Mrs. Ori is absolutely amazing! They go above and beyond to help you get exactly where you need to be. The entire team is friendly, welcoming, and super helpful. I definitely recommend this place!
Reviewer profile photo
Patty
Stars for review
Ms.Ory was best teacher she taught me a lot since the very beginning I’m really sad that she leaving if would to do all over again I would love to have her as teacher again.
Reviewer profile photo
adrianna roundtree
Stars for review
Amazing school , Amazing instructors , great experience they are all so positive and very helpful! Everything was organized and well taught, I recommend coming here !
Reviewer profile photo
Alexa Rivas
Stars for review
The best class and instructors I have had the pleasure of being taught by will miss all the laughs and good moments.
Reviewer profile photo
Andrew rodriguez
Stars for review
The teachers are great here ! They make things easy to understand and will help answer any questions you have for them.
Reviewer profile photo
Ariel Vincent
Stars for review
This was an amazing and fun program! The instructors were phenomenal and always so helpful.
Reviewer profile photo
Ashlee Tarvestad
Stars for review
Load more Load more reviews

Your New Career Starts Here

Join thousands of graduates who have launched dental assistant careers with Temple Dental Assistant School.

Start Your Application

Or call us now: (254) 232-5861