YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Dental Assistant in St. John

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: April 25, 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 St. John 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 5 (60)

I had a great time getting my Dental Assistant Certification through St. John Dental Assistant school. I learned so much and I learned all that I need to know to have a successful career! The instr... Read more

Natalee Walker

Miss Tierra and Savanah are the best! They were definitely patient with us, they taught us a lot in such little time without making classes so stressful.

Sarai Avila

During my time here at St. John Dental Assistant School, I got to learn a lot from my wonderful instructors Savannah and Tiarra! The program was very flexible where class work and quiz was due at e... Read more

Nicolas Santos

All of the instructors are amazing!! Cannot recommend this school enough, quick and efficient, prepares you well to jump right into the dental field.

Kalyn Vogt

Great instructors!! The class definitely leaves you feeling prepared!

Charlotte D'Amico

Both Tiara and Savannah were such big help during my learning process! I was able to pass all of my final test on top of securing a job because of the experience I gained from the school and their ... Read more

Madison Finck

this program has been a great learning experience. i appreciate all the instructors, they were very helpful, and i liked that they’re dental assistants themselves. it’s a fun and inviting atmospher... Read more

stephanie shanahan

This program was an amazing experience! The instructors are great and the material taught is very useful and great for a beginner in dental assisting. Highly recommend

francesca delgado

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

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