Dental Assistant Training Program

HealthLinc is offering a Dental Assistant Training Program to expand access to dental health care by training its future leaders in the healthcare community.

Applications for the 2025-26 cohort are closed. Please check back at a later date.

“I’m so proud to be part of HealthLinc’s Dental Assistant Training Program! I always knew I wanted to work for HealthLinc because my mom worked here, and I saw firsthand that it’s a company that truly cares about its patients, communities and employees. In just a few weeks of being in the program, I’ve already gained valuable skills and the confidence to know I can become a great dental assistant. I’m confident this experience will bring me one step closer to my dream of becoming a dental hygienist. I’m so grateful for this incredible, debt-free opportunity, and I am excited to continue growing with an organization that already feels like family.”

Jaedyn Benning
HealthLinc Dental Assistant Student

“I decided to join HealthLinc for a career change and stability. I have always had an interest in the dentistry field because it’s a rewarding job, and I want to make a difference. I’m grateful to be part of a team that serves the whole community. The dentistry field is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and better my interpersonal skills. Becoming a dental assistant is a great stepping stone to help me gain expanded functions and learn more about dental hygiene.”

Khadedra Dean
HealthLinc Dental Assistant Student

“At a turning point in my career, I discovered HealthLinc’s Dental Assistant Training Program. I truly believe in HealthLinc’s values and commitment to patient care, which inspired me to apply. I’m excited to see where this journey takes me and continue growing in my dental career.”

Stephanie Sowers
HealthLinc Dental Assistant Student

“My favorite thing about working at HealthLinc is that everyone is genuinely happy to be here, and I love that the main goal is to take care of the patient. It’s obvious that everyone wants to be here, and everyone takes pride in what they do. I’m happy to be part of this company!”

Danielle Watley
HealthLinc Dental Assistant Student

Students who join HealthLinc’s Dental Assistant Training Program gain hands-on, on-the-job learning and experience in our primary care clinics throughout northern Indiana. Our small class size allows students to have the support they need during the program. In just four months, students will receive the knowledge needed to advance their future in a high-demand job.

To provide educational opportunities for career advancement in the dental assisting field
Enable graduates to gain the competencies, skills, productivity and knowledge to assist as an entry-level dental assisting professional
Offer debt-free education through a dental assisting training program. Note: book and supply fees are deducted from pay
Increase the number of dental assistants within the HealthLinc organization as well as our communities

4-month program, totaling 288 externship hours with lectures and on-site experiences, including introduction to dental assisting and dental terminology, materials and procedures and patient care management
Homework is estimated at 5-10 hours per week, depending on each student’s pace
24 hours a week of on-site clinical experience at a HealthLinc clinic
16 hours a week for lecture and skills practice at our new corporate training center with a HealthLinc dental instructor
Preparation for DANB Radiology Test

Reliable transportation to training and clinics
Proficient in verbal and written English
Must be able to work full-time (maximum of 40 hours)
Must sign a 2-year mandatory employment agreement
COVID-19 vaccination or a medical or religious exemption

Applications are currently closed. Please check back at a later time.

Complete application here or by choosing Dental Assistant Program Trainee on our career page
Participate in a phone interview with the dental instructor
Attend an in-person interview with HealthLinc’s dental educator and site operations director
Pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

The Dental Assistant Training Program tuition costs $7,350, which is paid for by HealthLinc. Tuition includes all necessary program fees, including textbooks, equipment, CPR certification, immunizations, American Dental Assistant Association student members and Radiology examination with DANB (first attempt only).

Specific questions about the Dental Assistant Training Program should be addressed to rtaylor@healthlincchc.org or 888-580-1060 Ext. 3774.

Lita Gamez

Dental Educator

lgamez@healthlincchc.org

“I’m so proud to be part of HealthLinc’s Dental Assistant Training Program! I always knew I wanted to work for HealthLinc because my mom worked here, and I saw firsthand that it’s a company that truly cares about its patients, communities and employees. In just a few weeks of being in the program, I’ve already gained valuable skills and the confidence to know I can become a great dental assistant. I’m confident this experience will bring me one step closer to my dream of becoming a dental hygienist. I’m so grateful for this incredible, debt-free opportunity, and I am excited to continue growing with an organization that already feels like family.”