Dental Assistant
Pursue a career in dental healthcare by gaining the knowledge and skills needed for Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credentialing exam. Watch our program sneak peek below!
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MedCerts Tuition Advantage
We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.
Monthly Payment Options as low as
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Talk with an Education Consultant to pick the perfect payment plan, from paying in full to installments with interest rates from 0-12%.
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The total tuition can be paid immediately or through a number of grant-funded or monthly payment plan options.
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MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.
What Does a Dental Assistant Do?
120,346
Entry Level Jobs in the US
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
- Gain knowledge and skills in preparation to pass the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification exam
- Discuss tooth numbering systems, dental charting, and scheduling patients according to treatment plan
- Identify important head, neck, and oral anatomy related to patient care, including anomalies and radiographic landmarks
- Demonstrate essential dental assisting skills needed for patient preparation, measurement of vital signs, and four-handed dentistry, as well as the dental assistant’s role in medical emergencies
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Modern Dental Assisting (Saunders 13th Edition, Copyright 2021)
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Dental Assistant
Job Opportunities
Entry Level
$19,000 – $45,000
Estimated Salary
Career Potential
$22,000 – $72,000
Estimated Salary
Career Potential
$26,000 – $49,000
Estimated Salary
Disclaimers
- Each State’s dental board implements rules and regulations for delegating legally allowable duties to dental assistants.
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
FAQs for MedCerts’ Online Dental Assistant Certification Course
A Dental Assistant is a key member of the dental healthcare team, providing support to dentists and dental hygienists. They are responsible for tasks such as greeting and scheduling patients, obtaining preliminary vital signs and symptoms, performing diagnostic testing, creating laboratory molds, taking x-rays and assisting the dentist through all visits and dental procedures.
The career outlook for Dental Assistants is very positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 10.1% over the next ten years.
The average salary for a Dental Assistant is $44,710. However, salaries can range from $31,450 to $59,200 annually, depending on experience, location and the specific dental office or clinic.
Each state’s dental board implements regulations and establishes rules for delegating legally allowable duties to dental assistants. To become a Dental Assistant, you should complete a training program like the one offered by MedCerts, which prepares you to pass the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credentialing exam.
Graduates are then eligible to attempt the RDA, gaining certification status requires the following additional requirements:
- Must provide proof of completion (Transcript) of an AMT-approved training program (MedCerts’ training program is approved by the AMT)
- Must provide proof of CPR Certification (MedCerts does not provide this training or certification)
In the MedCerts online Dental Assistant certification training program, you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Essential Chairside Functions
Dental Anatomy and Morphology
Infection Control
Radiation Health Safety and Radiographic Skills
Patient Education
Dental Materials
To enroll in the MedCerts Dental Assistant program, you will need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment. Additionally, this program requires proficiency in math, vocabulary, and comprehension, suitable vision and hearing (normal or corrected), suitable psychomotor skills, hand-eye coordination & finger agility and the ability to stand for extended periods.
Tuition is competitively priced at $4,000. The cost includes all materials and certification exam fees for the RDA examination.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $346 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
While MedCerts does not offer provides financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total program duration is 14 weeks if completing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.
The program is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning. and more. The program is designed to cater to various learning styles, ensuring an engaging and effective educational experience.
MedCerts includes exam fees and preparation materials in the program cost. The courses are structured to prepare students for the RDA exam. Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.
The program includes expert-led video-based training, an eBook (“Modern Dental Assisting”), competency assessments, and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are included in the program cost by MedCerts.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certification you’ll earn in this program is accredited through the exam-issuing authority, American Medical Technologists. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
