YOUR CAREER PATH

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Odessa

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: $2,950
Next Start Date: April 25, 2026
Down Payment as Low As: $1450

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 Odessa 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 4.9 (157)

I really enjoy it so welcoming. They made my experience so special I will be forget it.

bayleigh tinney

This class was fun, and I feel like I learned a LOT. I'm glad I attended this course :) Ms. Irene and Ms. Alex were very helpful in the in lab learning and hands on side of it all.

Skyler Short

Was a great school to attend in getting it completed

Asap Merg15

I truly appreciated the Instructors Irene and Alex . They are very patient and thorough. I drove 3 hrs to come to this school because It's one of the best ones !

Crystal Avila

Attending this school has opened many doors for my future. The leaders are amazing at what they do and are helpful whenever I needed it. I would recommend this school to anyone who is thinking abou... Read more

Brandon Martinez

I had an incredible experience at Odessa Dental Assistant School. When I first started the course, I felt overwhelmed, but Mrs. Irene and Alex were amazing instructors who made all the difference. ... Read more

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

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