Start your Dental Assistant career in under a year!
Our hands-on training prepares you to work chairside with dentists, support patient care, take x-rays, and perform vital dental office and clinical tasks. We offer small class sizes, expert instructors, and the program concludes with a 6-week externship at a local dentist’s office. Milwaukee Career College helps you develop your skills and confidence on a fast track to enter the workforce quickly. Graduates are prepared to work in general or specialty dental practices.
Why become a Dental Assistant?
A great smile can change everything, and as a dental assistant, you get to be part of that transformation. Whether you’re helping a child feel brave during their first visit or supporting someone through a life-changing procedure, you make a difference every day. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for dental assistants is projected to grow by 8% over the next decade, so you will be entering the field with job security.
Dental Assistant program overview
- Learn clinical chairside assisting, lab procedures, and front-office tasks
- Get comfortable with impressions, x-rays, sterilization, and dental software
- Practice in our campus lab that simulates a real dental environment
- Get placed and complete a 6-week externship at a dental office or specialty clinic
What sets MCC apart
- Accelerated Training – Complete your program in as little as 7 months
- Hands-On Learning – Practice essential skills in real lab settings
- Supportive Environment – Small class sizes mean you’re never just a number
- Externship Experience – Train in a local dental office before you graduate
- Financial Aid & Scholarships – We accept aid from those who qualify
- Job Placement Assistance – We work with local employers and have career success staff who help graduates get started in their careers
Dental Program Q&A
How long is Dental Assistant training?
Our Dental Assistant classes are Monday-Friday from 8am-12pm for 24 weeks of theory and laboratory practice, followed by 6 weeks of clinical externship. Our program is designed to fit your busy schedule. Classes are conveniently scheduled at a predictable time for just 4 hours per day, allowing our students to continue working while attending school.
Is the Dental Assistant program online?
Our Dental Assistant program is hybrid. Students will complete their general education requirements online during the first six weeks of the program, and the remainder of the course will be completed in person, 4 hours a day, at our Milwaukee campus.
Do I need prior experience to go to Dental Assistant school?
No! MCC’s dental program is designed for beginners, and you can enroll as long as you have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Can I get financial aid?
Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. Learn more on our tuition assistance page!
Where can I work after graduation?
Dental assistants work in a variety of settings, including general dental offices, orthodontic clinics, pediatric practices, oral surgery centers, and specialty dental clinics.
See what graduates and employers say
Amanda Herther, one of many successful MCC graduates, shares how much she enjoyed the hands-on training at Milwaukee Career College and how it prepared her for a career she loves. Dental offices across the Milwaukee area hire our graduates. Hear directly from a local dental employer about why they value MCC graduates and how they show up prepared and professional from day one.
Additional resources
- More of your Dental Assistant questions answered!
- Dental Assistant tips
- Dental Assistant tools & technology
- Dental terminology cheat sheet
- Upcoming day class starts
- Financial aid is available at MCC
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