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Weeks to Graduate: 12
Total Tuition: $3,650
Next Start Date: April 11, 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:

1

Apply to Indianapolis 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.

2

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.

3

Gain Real-World Experience

Work in a real dental office through our externship program, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.

4

Get Certified

Earn your dental assistant certification as part of the program, making you a more competitive candidate for employers.

5

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 4.8 (138)

Came to them for a Coronal Polishing & Fluoride Application certification and I am very impressed with this program. Very informative and personal training provided by extremely kind instructors. ... Read more

Christal Carls

I had a great experience at dental assisting school of Indianapolis .The instructors were knowledgeable and patient, and the hands-on training really prepared me for working in a dental office. Th... Read more

Simrandeep

Daisy is an amazing instructor and this was great experience! i think the admin need some working on but the instructor you spend your time with the most was awesome and very helpful.

Breyuana Rhodes

The in-person instructors are lovely, and they are very helpful. They really set you up for success! On the other hand, the administration is disorganized.

Sophia Lin

Daisy and my classmates were the reason the class ran as smoothly as it did . I was able to go back to previous modules and study class work and with the hands on activities in our labs this helped... Read more

Cassidy Farley

Awesome school.

MEGAN MALLETTE

Daisy was by far the best teacher , the program was great hands on learning experience. 100/10 would recommend this program.

Kailey Chafey

I love this school! Very educational and taught me so much. Miss Lorraine was the best and made sure we understood what was going on. she always came with a good attitude and was always so patient ... Read more

Olivia Evans

I have learned so much in this class! I loved my group, and met one of my best friends during the course. Miss Lorraine has been the best at guiding, explaining, encouraging and supporting us. Not ... Read more

Hope for Recovery

Ms Lorraine is an excellent instructor. Shes extremely supportive and informative. Everyday she comes in with an incredible attitude and exudes empathy paired with compassion for teaching her stude... Read more