Prepare for a new career sooner than you think
Dental Assistants are often the first person a patient interacts with when they visit the dentist's office. They play key roles in delivering quality care. Dental assistants support both the Dentist and Dental Hygienist in running their practice, as well as aid in caring for patients. A special and diverse health care career choice.
Train to Assist Chairside During Dental Procedures
- Learn the foundations of dental care in this diploma program.
- Curriculum includes an externship so you gain real-world experience.
- Complete your diploma in as few as 8-months of study.*
Program Overview
With Concorde, you can learn the skills needed to be the person dental practices rely on to keep things running smoothly. The hands-on training from taking x-rays to dental impressions, will help prepare you for a career in the dental field.
Now Enrolling
Concorde's San Antonio campus is seeking dedicated students who want to:
- Learn to help dentists and dental hygienists deliver quality care and maintain office operations
- Prepare for career opportunities in private practices, clinics, cosmetic dentistry, and more
- Complete the diploma in as few as 8-months*
Get started by scheduling an in-person or virtual Career Planning Session to explore if the dental assistant program is right for you!
*Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.
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‡Registration and certificatbion requirements for taking and passing these examinations are not controlled by Concorde, but by outside agencies, and are subject to change by the agency without notice. Therefore, Concorde cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take these exams, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.
ᶛ Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, who's length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.
Curriculum
San Antonio Campus Dental Assistant Curriculum
Concorde San Antonio's dental assistant diploma program teaches foundational concepts of dentistry, including anatomy, physiology and the different dental specialties. You’ll learn to take impressions, assist during procedures, and how to keep the front office operating efficiently.
- Introduction to Dental Assisting & Dental Terminology
- Dental Specialties
- Materials & Procedures
- Patient Care & Management
- Diagnostics & Orthodontics
- Dental Radiology
The dental assistant program includes an externship where you will gain hands-on experience working along side dentists, hygienists and other healthcare professionals.ᶛ
240
Lab Hours
Practice On-Campus
Students will complete on-campus labs including simulations and patient care settings.
230
Externship Hoursᶛ
Dental Assisting Hands-on Experience
The dental assistant program includes an externship where you will gain hands-on experience working along side dentists, hygienists and other healthcare professionals.ᶛ
Portland Dental Assistant Program Coursework
he dental assistant diploma program courses cover topics including:
- Taking patient histories and vital signs (blood pressure, etc.)
- Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
- passing instruments to the dentist during procedures
- Using suction to remove fluids from patients mouths during procedures
- Educate patients about proper oral hygiene
- Maintain patient records and appointment schedules
- Generate patient bills and process payments
Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.
‡Registration and certification requirements for taking and passing these examinations are not controlled by Concorde, but by outside agencies, and are subject to change by the agency without notice. Therefore, Concorde cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take these exams, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.
ᶛ Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, who's length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.
Career Outlook
A Career with Smiles
Dental assistants do a little of everything in the dental office. From updating patient records to sterilizing instruments and assisting during procedures, their role is versatile, fast-paced, and can make a real difference in the lives of patients.
- Work Alongside Dentists & Hygienists
- Assist Chairside During Patient Exams & Procedures
- Prepare & Take Patient X-Rays
- Manage and Schedule Patient Appointments
- Collect and Record Patient Records
- Prepare & Sanitize Instruments & Care Spaces
8%
Projected national job demand for dental assistants 2021-2031**
Dental Assisting Growth
Job demand for dental assistants is projected to grow as more patients seek dental care and clinics expand.
**Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected national growth in job openings for dental assistants 2021-2031 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-assistants Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
Address and Hours
San Antonio Campus
4803 NW Loop 410, Suite 200
San Antonio, Texas 78229
FX: (210) 428-2060
Campus Hours of Operation
| Monday | 8:30 am - 7 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am - 8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am - 8 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am - 8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am - 5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am - 1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Note: The Concorde San Antonio campus is a branch of the Kansas City, MO campus.
Financial Aid
As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.
The Pacific Dental Services Foundation is proud to offer the "Dr. Carolyn Ghazal Dental Assistant Scholarship”. Named after Dr. Carolyn Ghazal and her heart for service, the scholarship aims to mold the next generation of passionate, servant-hearted, dental assistant leaders. This scholarship provides need-based financial aid, mentorship and on the job training.
Scholarships are awarded based on application excellence, financial need and a heart for service. Need-based financial aid, covered by the scholarship will be awarded not to exceed $5,000.
To apply for consideration please ask your financial aid office or DA program director for more information.
Award Amount: $5,000
Scholarship Deadlines:
- February 1st
- May 1st
- August 1st
- November 1st
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Currently Enrolled in a Concorde Assistant Diploma Program.
- See application for full eligibility requirements
- For additional consideration, create a short video answering the essay questions, upload to Instagram™ with #pdsfscholarship and tag @pdsfoundation. State full name and school in video.
- Click here to see "how-to apply" video
***Scholarship selection is through a third-party, Concorde does not guarantee award or eligibility. Application for scholarship does not guarantee enrollment or graduation into Concorde, nor employment and subsequent salary by any party including Pacific Dental.
Accreditation
Accreditation and licensure are an important part of an academic institution’s operation. Visit our Accreditations and Licensure page for more details about our accreditations and licensure.
Flordia State Board of Dentistry: Approved
The Dental Assistant program is approved by the Florida State Board of Dentistry to certify dental assisting students in expanded duties and radiology. Department of Health, Board of Dentistry: 4052 Bald Cypress Way; Bin C-08, Tallahassee, FL 32399-3258; 850-488-0595.
TN Dentistry Board: Approved
The Dental Assisting (Diploma) program is approved by the Dental Board, State of Tennessee Health Related Boards, 665 Mainstream Drive, 2nd Floor, Nashville, TN 37243; 615-532-5073; 1-800-778-4123.
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