Program Overview: Days + Hours = 12 Weeks
The DCDS Dental Assisting School program runs for 12 weeks, with these classroom/lab hours:
- Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Thursdays 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Fridays 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This schedule allows students to take part in an active Externship Program, where students will be placed with DCDS member dentists to complete their required hands-on assisting hours.
Upcoming program dates are:
- Spring 2023: April 5 – June 23
- Summer 2023: July 5 – September 22
- Fall 2023: October 4 – December 22
- Winter 2024: January 10- March 28
Time flies … we’re having fun! Exciting classroom topics, hand-on labs, and real world experience in dental offices prepare you for your future position as a valued dental team member!