YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Las Vegas

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
$4,550
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 Las Vegas 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?
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I decided to attend LVDAS because they offer a faster path to job readiness. I am in week 5 now, and so far it has been great. The instructors are very helpful, and as long as you do the online learning before the lab, you will succeed. I pair the class with ANKI flash cards, and so far, I have felt very comfortable with the pace and material. Read less
I decided to attend LVDAS because they offer a faster path to job readiness. I am in week 5 now, and so far it has been great. The instructors are very helpful, and as long as you do the online lea... Read more
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Mackenzie Bjornstedt
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Super fun school, lots of knowledgeable information that’s taught in a fun way. The instructors care about you and want you to succeed 🫶🏻
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Kateryna Hampton
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Such an amazing program. The instructors really take their time to make sure everyone understands what we are learning. Saturday classes are so hands on and you really learn everything you need. I would recommend this program to anybody who wants to get into dental assisting. Read less
Such an amazing program. The instructors really take their time to make sure everyone understands what we are learning. Saturday classes are so hands on and you really learn everything you need. I ... Read more
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Taryn G
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Today we practiced suctioning saliva on each other and many more things. It was fun and helped me feel more confident. My favorite part was getting hands on practice and working with my classmates.
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Ericka Ayala
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Judith Villegas
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I appreciate how Kathleen, Lindsey, and Robert, the instructors, engage with each student. I genuinely enjoyed learning about being a dental assistant.
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Cyliver Janzelle
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The Las Vegas Dental Assisting School is a great way to get your Dental career started. The instructors are very patient, caring and passionate about what they do and teach!
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Ingrid Macias
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Kind, caring, and knowledgeable instructors. The learning environment creates great dental assistants. (Las Vegas student)
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Jennifer
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Kathleen, Lindsey, and Robert were such great instructors. I really enjoyed the class and my classmates. I would recommend this course to anyone interested going into the dental assistant field.
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Michelle Gomez
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I’m from the Vegas dental program I’ve had such a great and wholesome experience here. The teachers are kind and make sure you’re comfortable same thing with the students. The work isn’t overly complicated or difficult. If I could redo the whole program just for the fun of it I would!! Read less
I’m from the Vegas dental program I’ve had such a great and wholesome experience here. The teachers are kind and make sure you’re comfortable same thing with the students. The work isn’t overly com... Read more
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