Dental Assistance 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.
I always knew I wanted to further my education, but I had a hard time deciding what I wanted to do. The cost and length of a typical college program were always intimidating, and the idea of juggling school, studies and a regular job was extremely overwhelming. As soon as I learned about HealthLinc’s Dental Assistant Training Program, I knew it was an opportunity I couldn’t miss. Not only do I get paid to learn, but I will graduate after four short months completely debt-free! Plus, I already have a guaranteed job with HealthLinc! This arrangement has taken much of the stress of continued education away, allowing more time for learning and growing. Our instructor really wants to see us succeed and has provided us with a great, hands-on learning environment. I am thankful for this opportunity and can’t wait to continue my career in dentistry.
Gabrielle Garbacik
HealthLinc Dental Assistant Student
As a child, I loved going to the dentist and always said I wanted to be like the girls who make your smile pretty. I needed a career change and was getting ready to take the plunge and go back to school. While looking online for local schools that had an affordable dental assisting program, I found HealthLinc’s Dental Assistant Training Program. I knew right away that this program would be such a blessing because it will leave me debt-free with a guaranteed job after graduating. Everyone here is so helpful and supportive, and being able to start building bonds with the staff, instructor and my fellow students makes the learning environment more comfortable. The hands-on experience of being in the clinics is great because you learn it, practice it and apply it. I feel like I’m learning so much quicker and more effectively. I’m so grateful for this amazing opportunity to start a career with HealthLinc!
Marissa Rodgers
HealthLinc Dental Assistant Student
Ever since I was a child, I dreamed of being in the dental field. After high school, I decided to join the Air Force to protect and serve and better my education while exploring the world. After my time in the military, I was driven to follow my dreams and be a part of the dental world. I had no idea how I’d get there, but when I came across HealthLinc’s Dental Assistant Training Program, I knew it was exactly what I needed to start this new career path. I’m so excited and beyond blessed and thankful to be a part of HealthLinc. I love the purpose behind the company, the core values and the community. This program is wonderful for participants of all different backgrounds to pave the way for success. I’m glad to have the opportunity to be a part of something so impactful and to help change smiles.
Kayla Sandridge
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
- A 4-month program with lectures and on-site experiences, including an introduction to dental assisting and dental terminology, materials and procedures and patient care management
- Homework is estimated at 5-10 hours per week
- Reliable transportation to training and clinics
- 16 hours a week for lecture and skills practice at our training center with a HealthLinc dental instructor
- 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
- 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
- COVID-19 vaccination or a medical or religious exemption
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).
