Online Dental Assistant Entry Level Training Program

Step 1: Complete a Dental Assistant Training Program

Finding the right online dental assistant program is a matter of research, commitment, and preference. There’s a significant number of options out there, so doing your homework can save you a lot in terms of time and money—it can even improve your training experience, and maybe lead to faster employment.

With entry-level dental assistant training that’s fully online, designed by industry experts, and built for real-world success, our program will bridge the gap between where you are now and where you want to be.

It’s entirely self-paced, too, which means you don’t have to take a sledgehammer to your schedule in order to train for your dental assistant career. We’ll also provide all the necessary materials and back you 100% with 24/7 technical support.

Step 2: Participate in a Clinical Externship

Similar to an apprenticeship or internship, an externship is hands-on, in-house training that gives future professionals brief practical experiences in their field of study. They’re a great way to build relationships, establish credibility, and see how a medical or dental practice functions.

160 clinical hours are included with CareerStep’s Dental Assistant program to help Learners get first-hand practice, gain valuable knowledge, and apply their training through exposure in the dental field. When Learners become eligible, our team will coordinate to secure all required documentation and work to connect them with one of our participating partner sites. Please keep in mind that while clinical hours are included as part of the Dental Assistant program, placement is based on a number of factors—including geography and availability—so we can’t guarantee placement in any specific area.

Step 3: Earn Your Dental Assistant Certification

Dental assistant certifications demonstrate a professional’s mastery of key skills. They’re powerful credentials that go a long way in accelerating career advancement and increasing versatility in the workplace. They’re rarely required, but the vast majority of employers prefer to hire certified candidates over their uncertified peers.

We recommend that every CareerStep Learner invest in earning the proper credentials to increase their employability and elevate their job prospects. That’s why our program specifically prepares Learners to sit for the National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) Component Exams and the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) exam.