Foundations of Dental Assisting Program in Florida
Entry Level Dental Assisting certificate
* This Program is not offered in 2024.
Hodges Dental Assisting Program in Florida
The Hodges Foundations of Dental Assistant Program will give you the foundational knowledge and skills needed to get started in the high-demand field of Dental Assisting. According to Career Onestop , Dental Assisting is anticipated to grow 23% by 2026 in Florida.
Program Overview
This dental assistant training program teaches the role and responsibilities in caring for dental patients. As a dental assistant you are most often the first person a patient encounters. You have an important role in building confidence, trust, and creating a professional environment for your patients. Hodges is dedicated to providing you the best non-credit opportunities for continuing your education. Jumpstart your career with a Dental Assisting certificate.
Program Benefits
You will learn the basic procedures performed in dental offices. As a valued team member, you will be ready for many of the responsibilities in infection control, maintaining patient privacy, basic assisting responsibilities, and office management. You will receive the basic OSHA and HIPAA training as well as earning the CPR/AED certification.
- No pre-admission testing
- No previous college experience required
This is a non-degree-seeking course offered to connect you with the employer demanded skills you need to succeed.
How Much Can I Earn?
- According to O*NET, Dental Assistants in Florida earned $42,330 on average in 2022
- The demand for Dental Assistants in Florida is expected to grow by 32% by 2030
Program Costs
Non-Refundable Deposit: $100 - secures your seat
Program Cost: $1,199 - includes BLS for healthcare professionals, physical textbooks, and all supplies needed for the program.
2023 Cohort Dates:
Winter - January 21, 2023
- Application Deadline January 16, 2023
- Class Sat. 1/17/2023 - 3/1/2023
Spring - May 13, 2023
- Application Deadline May 8, 2023
- Class Sat. 5/13/2023 - 6/17/2023
Fall - October 14, 2023
- Application Deadline October 9, 2023
- Class Sat. 10/14/2023 - 11/18/2023
Classes meet on campus once per week: Saturdays from 9AM - 1PM
This accelerated 6-week seminar style program is the first step on the Dental Assisting Career Ladder and will prepare students for an entry level Dental Assistant job.