In order to graduate from the Dental Assisting program, students must successfully complete the following curriculum:
Memphis
Southaven
Career Overview
The Dental Assistant makes an important contribution to the success of a dental practice as a valuable member of the dental healthcare team. The Dental Assistant’s responsibilities may include preparing patients for procedures, assisting the dentist with instrument transfer during procedures, maintaining treatment planning records, exposing and processing dental x-rays, reviewing oral hygiene and postoperative care instructions with patients, performing laboratory work, and managing such essential functions as inventory control, infection control and OSHA compliance. The Dental Assistant may also be called on to assist in the business office with filing records, preparing insurance reports, maintaining records on the computer, and scheduling appointments.
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.
For the campus in Memphis:
The Dental Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval with reporting requirements.” CODA is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. Commission on Dental Accreditation: 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611; (312) 440-4653; www.ada.org/en/coda.
For students who started in the diploma program in Dental Assisting prior to February 26, 2018, the program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval with reporting requirements.” The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. The Commission’s web address is: ada.org/coda.
For students who started in the Dental Assisting diploma program after February 26, 2018, the program is accredited 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.
Accreditation and Licensure
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.
How long is the Dental Assisting (Diploma) program?
You can complete this program in as few as ten months. However, program length can vary by campus. Please check with an admissions advisor for program length information.
When does the Dental Assisting (Diploma) program start?
Call to find out when a program starts at a campus location near you.
What is the dental assistant career outlook?
According to BLS.gov, this job field is expected to grow by 19 percent through 2026. For more information on career profiles.
Why should I become a dental assistant?
You can join an exciting, challenging and growing employment field where professional satisfaction is high as you serve the dental health of others on a daily basis by supporting both dentists and their patients.
Does Concorde offer dental assistant externships?
Concorde incorporates real-world training and off-site clinical experiences in our programs.
How much is tuition for Concorde’s Dental Assisting (Diploma) program?
For program-specific tuition information, please see the campus catalog.
