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DEADLINE TO APPLY – April 30th

Fill out the form below for your complimentary program brochure and learn more about the American Institute of Dental Assisting program.

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Dental Assisting Program

If you’re looking for a new career as a dental assistant, the Dental Assisting program at AIDA could be the right career choice for you. In just 13-weeks, our comprehensive dental assisting training program, available in Phoenix and Mesa, can equip you with the clinical, real-world experience you need to get started. Unlike Dental Hygienist training programs, our Dental Assisting program is designed for those seeking a cost-effective way to quickly start their dental assistant career. AIDA provides an accelerated DA program with many financing options to make it easy to obtain industry-leading training and faster employment.

Career-Focused Education

You’ll learn the skills employers are looking for in a dental assistant. With a focus on practical application, you’ll get the instruction you need to succeed with no unnecessary filler to drag out your dental assistant program and drive up costs.

Convenient Classes

Choose from convenient day, evening or weekend dental assisting classes to fit your schedule and meet your needs. Class size is limited to provide the best student to teacher ratio.

Career Support

Our dedicated team of career placement assistance professionals will help you pursue employment in the dental office and environment that suits you best. As part of the AIDA family, these services are for life.

Funding Assistance

You can expect us to work with you to explore financing options, including county grants, private funding, scholarships and even flexible payment plan options.

Coursework Benefits

You will be prepared to enter the dentistry profession with real life experience and training. Many of our graduates find employment with the dental practice where they spend their externship.

Coursework

In addition to our exclusive live patient dental clinicals taught by real dentists, our curriculum will help set you up for success in the dental industry.

DENTAL ASSISTANT VS. DENTAL HYGIENIST

Unlike Dental Hygienist progams, Dental Assistant programs are designed for those seeking a cost-effective way to quickly start their dental career. AIDA provides an accelerated Dental Assisting program with many finance options that can make it easier to obtain industry-leading training and faster employment in the dental field compared to the extensive time and financial investment that can be required in a dental hygienist program. Here are some comparisions between dental assistant and dental hygienist training programs:

Dental Assistant
  • Affordable Tuition
  • 13 Week Program
  • Daily Variety of Tasks
  • Classes Start Monthly
  • Experience Not Required Before Training
  • Don't Have to Give Patients Shots
  • Can Choose Many Different Specialties
  • High Job Satisfaction
  • No Liability Insurance Needed
  • 1 License Good Forever
  • Continuing Education Not Required
Dental Hygienist
  • $65,000+ in Loans
  • 2 Year Program
  • Same Procedures Everyday
  • Up to 2 to 4 Year Waitlist
  • Some Dental Experience May be Required
  • Required to Give Patient Shots
  • General Dentistry or Periodontics Only
  • High Burnout Rate
  • Expensive Liability Insurance Required
  • Multiple License, Yearly Renewals
  • Yearly Education to Keep License
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Disclaimer:
The comparison and advantages between a Dental Assistant Training Program and a Dental Hygienist Training Program may vary significantly depending on the specific educational institution and its offerings. Factors such as program cost, duration, certification requirements, and job availability in particular geographic regions can all influence the experience and outcomes of each program. It is important to research and evaluate each program thoroughly, considering these factors, to determine which option best aligns with your personal goals, budget, and career aspirations.

Why AIDA is Right for You

What sets the American Institute of Dental Assisting apart is our connection to the dental industry. Real Doctors. Real Patients, Real Experience. Our program is the ONLY dental assisting school in Arizona that offers you relevant, real-world training in your schedule to equip you for the modern workplace. Learn directly from licensed dentists, training you in a working dental clinic on actual people, never dental dummies.

Real Doctors
You are trained by licensed dentists. Your curriculum will include direct instruction from practicing dentists - we are the only dental assisting school to build this into your curriculum and class schedule.

Real Patients
You will sit chairside and help dentists perform real life dentistry as part of your regular class schedule. AIDA is the exclusive place you will experience live patient clinics.

Real Experience
You will receive instruction on the latest, up-to-date x-ray information and techniques, as well as the industry-specific Dentrix software. Our state-of-the-art facilities are 100% operated for our students, giving you the full dental assistant experience.

Dental Assisting Career Opportunities

Lifetime Job Placement Assistance

Helping you find gainful employment is our #1 goal! See why we are the #1 most reviewed specialized dental assisting school in the state of Arizona.

Locations

Phoenix, AZ

Mesa, AZ

DEADLINE TO APPLY – April 30th

Fill out the form below for your complimentary program brochure and learn more about the American Institute of Dental Assisting program.

We will only use the information you provide to contact you about relevant program via phone, email, and SMS. By submitting this form, you consent to receive text messages from us. We never sell or share your information with third parties. Your details are only used to provide the information you requested. You may opt out of communications at any time.