About Our Program 

13-Week Hybrid Dental Assisting ProgramOur Dental Assisting Program is designed to be completed in 13 weeks and combines the flexibility of online learning with the hands-on experience you need to succeed in the dental field.During the week, students will complete coursework, assignments, and learning activities through Google Classroom, allowing you to learn at your own pace while staying on track with the program.On Saturdays, students will attend in-person laboratory sessions where they will apply what they have learned through hands-on training and practical activities.This hybrid format gives you the best of both worlds—flexible online learning paired with real-world, hands-on experience.

The total cost of our Dental Assisting Program includes tuition, registration, books, scrubs, supplies, and other estimated program-related expenses.Registration Fee: $100 — non-refundableTuition: $2,861Books & Supplies: Estimated $325Other Program Costs: Estimated $125 Estimated total program cost: $3,411Books, supplies, and other program-related costs are estimates and may vary.

Dental assisting offers a rewarding career with opportunities for growth as you gain experience and additional certifications.In Richmond, Chesterfield, Chester, and the surrounding Central Virginia area, entry-level dental assistants with no prior experience can expect to earn about $15–$22 per hour, depending on the employer, location, certifications, and position responsibilities.As you gain experience and expand your skills, earning potential may increase.Salary ranges are estimates based on current Central Virginia employment and salary data. Actual wages vary by employer, experience, certifications, schedule, and job responsibilities.

While we do not guarantee employment, our goal is to provide you with the knowledge, hands-on training, and certifications needed to confidently pursue a career in dental assisting.Throughout the program, you will gain practical experience and develop the skills employers are looking for in an entry-level dental assistant. We encourage our graduates to actively pursue employment opportunities and provide guidance to help prepare you for the job search.Ultimately, employment decisions are made by individual employers, and obtaining a position depends on factors such as qualifications, experience, availability, and the hiring needs of each dental practice.

Students are required to wear black scrubs for in-person lab sessions. Any brand of scrubs is acceptable.For safety, professionalism, and infection control, students are also expected to:Keep hair clean and pulled back during lab sessions.Keep nails short and natural. Long nails and acrylic/artificial nails are not permitted.Avoid heavy perfumes, colognes, or strongly scented products.Wear appropriate, comfortable closed-toe shoes suitable for hands-on lab activities. These guidelines help create a safe, professional learning environment and prepare students for expectations in a dental office.

Upon successful completion of the 13-week program, you will receive:Virginia Dental X-Ray CertificationCPR CertificationCertificate of Completion from Virginia Dental Assisting SchoolYou’ll leave the program with hands-on training, practical dental assisting skills, and certifications to help you take the next step toward your new career.