YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Midland

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: June 6, 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 Midland 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 (49)

I had a good experience here, the teachers are nice and helpful, I learned a lot and would recommend this class to other people who are interested!

Abigail Pantoja

I had an incredible time with my classmates and my teacher, Irene. I can’t wait to begin my career!

Sophia Murguia

Mrs. Irene is the best teacher i had! She is very interactive and answered any questions i had. The class was very fun! I sure am going to miss her =)

Ashley Padilla

Loved teachers Irene and Katie both so nice

Ashley Thompson

It was great the teachers are amazing and they're so fun that it's so hands on you learned so much

kim rey

Mrs. Irena and mrs katie are amazing . I had amazing time with them.

Tial Sang

Ms. Katey and Ms. Irene helped a lot and were really nice! i would highly recommend them.

alexsiya cardenas

I had an amazing experience in the dental assistant program thanks to my instructors. They were both incredibly patient, supportive, and genuinely cared about our success. They took the time to exp... Read more

Nachelle Williams

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

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