How to Become a Dental Assistant in Colorado Springs
Start a rewarding healthcare career in as little as 12 weeks â no prior experience needed. Here's your step-by-step guide.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Apply now and a member of our admissions team will walk you through everything you need to know.
- Weeks to Graduate
- 12 Weeks
- Next Start Date
- October 3, 2026
- Total Tuition
- $3,650
Become a Dental Assistant in 5 Steps
Dental assistants are in high demand across and the surrounding area. Here's how you can start your new career:
Apply to Colorado Springs Dental Assistant School
Fill out our simple application â it takes about a minute. No prerequisites, no entrance exams. Our admissions team will guide you through the rest.
Complete Your Training
In just 12 weeks, you'll learn everything from dental terminology and clinical procedures to hands-on skills in a real dental office. Topics include infection control, chairside assisting, and digital charting.
Gain Real-World Experience
Work in a real dental office through our externship program, gaining hands-on experience under the guidance of licensed professionals.
Get Certified
Earn your dental assistant certification as part of the program, making you a more competitive candidate for employers.
Start Your Career
Our career services team helps connect you with local dental offices that are hiring. We assist with resume preparation, interview coaching, and job placement.
Why Is a Great Place to Start
Dental assistants are in demand across and . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of dental assistants is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations.
12 Weeks
From enrollment to graduation
$0 Student Debt
Graduate debt-free with our payment plans
Career Support
Job placement help after graduation
No Experience Needed
You don't need any prior healthcare experience or college coursework to enroll. Our program is designed for people from all backgrounds who are ready for a career change. All you need is a desire to learn and a commitment to your future.
What Are Our Students Saying?
This course has been a miracle, not only for the career path it quickly guided me into, but also for the staff and the classmates I had met. Thank you to Zollege for the opportunity and my dear instructor Jasmine for her patience!
I had a good time at this program. It was fast and efficient, it gave me the hands on knowledge and skills. I was well supported by our understanding and kind instructors.
Great for entering dental assisting profession, dental hygiene, dental school, or wanting experience before applying for an on job training position! Schooling + labs may feel stressful, but youâll realize you know more than you do on extâĻ
Your New Career Starts Here
Join thousands of graduates who have launched dental assistant careers with Colorado Springs Dental Assistant School.
- Mon–Fri
- 7:00am - 6:00pm MT
- Saturday
- 7:00am - 3:00pm MT
- Sunday
- Closed