“I graduated Northwest as a Dental Assistant and I can say my experience was excellent. I got the chance to meet new people and make new friends. I want to thank everyone that works at Northwest for being so great. I am recommending Northwest to all of my friends!”

Leticia Rios – Dental Assistant Graduate

Dental Assistant School in Las Vegas

Dental Assistants are the beating heart of any dental practice. Becoming a Dental Assistant through our Dental Assistant Technical School lets you take advantage of a rapidly expanding job market by providing you with in-depth knowledge, advanced Dental Assistant training and transferable soft skills.

Our Dental Assistant School is one of the most advanced in Las Vegas, offering our students the chance to train under seasoned dental professionals in an expansive eight – operatory lab as well as online. From contemporary digital x-ray training to hands-on externships, our Dental Assisting program is cutting-edge.Complete your Dental Assistant,program, earn your diploma and sit for your certification exam all in as little as nine months!

Two female students of dental assisting program.

Why Dental Assistant Training Program at Northwest Career College?

Graduate in as little as 9 months

Northwest’s schedule allows you to attend Dental Assistant training, care for family and have a balanced life in Las Vegas while advancing towards your new career.

Students are our priority

Northwest’s student-centered philosophy means that you come first in our Dental Assistant School in Las Vegas.

91% national exam pass rate

Although you do not have to be licensed in Nevada to be a Dental Assistant, at Northwest’s Dental Assistant training prepares our students to take their national exams as they move into their professional discipline.

Hands-on instruction in all facets of Dental Assisting

You will work with established, seasoned instructors to learn every aspect of dental assisting.

Flexible Dental Assistant class schedules that fit your life

Northwest Career College offers morning & night classes to accommodate your Las Vegas work and family schedule.

Eight complete operatories for exceptional training

X-ray training on Digital, Portable, Hand-Held and Traditional Units.

Work on your own laptop for exceptional training

Each student is provided a laptop for easy internet and online class access.

Committed job placement team on campus

Northwest’s Career Services team works with you to help you find the best Dental Assistant employment opportunity in Las Vegas that fits your needs.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify

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Work in dental offices
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Recent Articles

"Everything was great! At my externship, there was another extern from a different school. I was so far ahead of where she was that I knew I'd made the very best decision to go to Northwest Career College!"

Danielle Moody-
Dental Assistant Graduate

"My dream is to become a Dental Hygienist Las Vegas so becoming a Dental Assistant was a natural first step. Since I graduated from Northwest, I work as an orthodontist assistant making good money doing something I enjoy."

Amber Grieco-
Dental Assistant Graduate

"I really enjoyed attending school at Northwest. My teacher made every day fun while learning about an amazing career! If you want to be a Dental Assistant, come to Northwest. It's the best!"

Kylee Miller -
Dental Assistant Graduate

Hands-On Morning & Evening Classes - Blended With Online Training - Lifetime Job Place Assistance

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Why Dental Assistant Training?

As an RDA, most importantly you are working with a team of dental professionals to help patients achieve maximum oral health. The high degree of interaction between Dental Assistants and patients results in a great deal of personal satisfaction in helping people in need.

High Demand Career

Employment for Dental Assistants is expected to grow 7 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations according to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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A Great Life

On average, a Dental Assistant graduate earns $38,710 a year according to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Putting Superior Training First

At Northwest Career College the Dental Assistant program Las Vegas prepares students to work in any type of dental office. Our expansive, 8 operatories lab provide students with training in traditional film x-ray, contemporary digital x-ray and cutting edge mobile x-ray. No other Dental Assistant program offers this type of advanced training. In addition to the academic and hands-on training, Dental Assistant students travel through the valley for a variety of informative and interactive field trips. There's never a dull moment in the Dental Assistant Program.

Some of What You Learn...

For more information about your new Dental Assistant career, contact the admissions office:

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E: admissions@northwestcareercollege.edu

Tuition, Fees and Financial Aid

Dental Assistant Total Cost Breakdown (US DOE CIP CODE: 51.0601)

Term 1
Tuition	$6,642.00
Registration Fee	$100.00
Laptop	$500.00
Class and Clinic Uniform	$125.00
Educational Materials & References	$185.00
Total	$7,552.00

Term 2
Tuition	$6,642.00
Educational Materials & References	$185.00
Certification Exam	$120.00
Total	$6,947.00

Total Amount:	$14,499.00

For information about financial aid available at Northwest Career College, please visit our Financial Aid page located under Student Services tab.

More Information about the Profession

For more information about the Dental Assistant profession (SOC 31-9091) Click Here to review the Summary Report for Dental Assistants at O*Net Online

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