YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Denver

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

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Weeks to Graduate: 12
Total Tuition: $3,650
Next Start Date: May 2, 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:

Apply to Denver 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.

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.

Gain Real-World Experience

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

Get Certified

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

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 4.9 (34)

Heather, Haylee, Samara and Christa are all amazing !!!

cameron price

When I first came here I didn’t know what to expect but the instructors were so so helpful & nices even when it came to repeating question heather & Haylee , samara we’re great help they really pus... Read more

Angel Astro

Heather, Haylee, and Samara were AMAZING instructors that helped me learn so much about the industry. This course gave me a great foundation for getting into the dental industry.

Taylor Adams

Fantastic program. Quicker than most but very thorough.

Alec Starr

My experience was awesome, and my instructor made it even better. She was super supportive and patient, and always made sure we understood everything before moving on. I learned so many things abou... Read more

Allison Frayre

I have had a lovely experience here, the program is well thought out, the in class portion is very hands on and very helpful for real world practices. The instructor at this location is also very h... Read more

Marlaina Craven

I loved everything about it! The instructors were great, especially Arianna! I learned a lot and was able to apply what I learned into the real word! I 10/10 recommend.

Kimberly_ Montes

Program was straight forward Heather & Samara were helpful and made the class enjoyable! Would recommend to anyone trying to become a dental assistant!

Rodrigo Rodriguez

Your New Career Starts Here

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

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