Is Dental Assisting right for me?
Why Dental Assisting?
Did you know exceptional dental assistants are difficult to find, and our network of dentists are looking specifically for ADAPT students to join their teams? Did you know that many dental assistants graduate from a program and are unable to find employment due to to the lack of correct training?
Dental assisting is a career that will always be in demand. If you are enthusiastic, energetic, passionate about dentistry, and have the correct training, you will be successful in your journey. Every day in dentistry presents new challenges and opportunities for growth. The days go by quickly because the care provided to patients is enormously rewarding and satisfying!
Dental assisting offers opportunities for growth and advancement including. Many dental assistants expand their education by becoming a(n):
- Certified Dental Assistant, CDA
- Expanded Function Dental Assistant, EFDA
- Dental Hygienist, RDH
- Dental Assistant Instructor
- Dental Office Business Administrator
- Dental Sales Representative
- Dental Consultant
- Dentist, DDS, DMD
"Becoming a Dental Assistant is an excellent investment in your future. Dental Assisting employment rates are projected to grow 19 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations." Source: US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov
Summary from the US Bureau Of Labor Statistics
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-assistants.htm| Quick Facts: Dental Assistants | |
|---|---|
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$38,660 per year
$18.59 per hour |
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| Postsecondary nondegree award | |
| None | |
| None | |
| 330,200 | |
| 11% (Faster than average) | |
| 36,900 | |
Career Paths
Completing training in Dental Assisting may originally seem like it leads to just one career path, but there’s many more options – it can open the door to various rewarding and long-term careers in the field of dentistry! To get started, all you need to do is take the first step and sign up for ADAPT's Mastering the Basics course. You’ll be surprised by how many wonderful opportunities are available.
Dental Assistant
Dental Assisting is a very interesting and fulfilling career, and it’s never too early or too late in life to decide that it’s the right job for you! At ADAPT, our students come from all walks of life and have different goals for what this training will provide them. A career to be proud of, a stable paycheck, a flexible work/life balance, the ability to move up over time and more.
Certified Dental Assistant
The firt step after graduating from ADAPT is to pursue becoming a CDA (Certified Dental Assistant).
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a stable job waiting for you once you graduate high school? High school seniors who currently have a B average or higher and an overall good standing at their school are always welcomed in our program. You’ll be able to study hard during the week and then learn all about Dental Assisting over 10 Saturdays, leaving you with the skills you need to transition smoothly to the working world after taking off your cap and gown.
Expanded Function Dental Assistant
We understand – when you’re working hard to take care of your children day and night, the thought of spending time on a new opportunity can feel wholly out of reach. You can’t lose your current job, after all! Thankfully, Dental Assisting Pro is a great choice for young mothers in this situation. Because our classes only fall on Saturdays, this training program can revolve around your hectic schedule instead of the other way around.
Dental Assistant Instructor
A Dental Assistant Instructor is responsible for educating students on the basics of the Dental Assistant industry. It is their responsibility to educate, train, and inform students on such topics as:
- Radiology
- Names and uses for important dental tools
- Patient interaction
- Dental record keeping
- Hands-on instruction
Dental Office Business Team Administrator
When you’ve been working in the same job for 5 years, 10 years, or even longer, the thought of shifting gears into a new field can feel impossible. That’s where Dental Assisting Pro comes in. Our training program only takes 10 of your Saturdays to fully complete, and you’ll be left with all of the skills and expertise you need to get a great job in a dental office. You can say goodbye to the same-old stuff at last!
Dental Sales Representative
Sitting in an office eight hours a day and five days a week can start to become incredibly monotonous over time. Maybe you’re interested in a new position that allows you to get up and moving more often, or something where no two days are exactly the same. That’s just what tired workers will find when they embark on a career in Dental Assisting! We look forward to introducing you to a dynamic position that helps you enjoy your time at work to the fullest.
Dental Hygienist
When you’ve been working in the same job for 5 years, 10 years, or even longer, the thought of shifting gears into a new field can feel impossible. That’s where Dental Assisting Pro comes in. Our training program only takes 10 of your Saturdays to fully complete, and you’ll be left with all of the skills and expertise you need to get a great job in a dental office. You can say goodbye to the same-old stuff at last!
Dental Consultant
Sitting in an office eight hours a day and five days a week can start to become incredibly monotonous over time. Maybe you’re interested in a new position that allows you to get up and moving more often, or something where no two days are exactly the same. That’s just what tired workers will find when they embark on a career in Dental Assisting! We look forward to introducing you to a dynamic position that helps you enjoy your time at work to the fullest.
Dentist
When you’ve been working in the same job for 5 years, 10 years, or even longer, the thought of shifting gears into a new field can feel impossible. That’s where Dental Assisting Pro comes in. Our training program only takes 10 of your Saturdays to fully complete, and you’ll be left with all of the skills and expertise you need to get a great job in a dental office. You can say goodbye to the same-old stuff at last!
