Austin Dental Assistant School
12-week dental assistant certification with hands-on training at a working dental office
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- Graduates earn median $47,000+ starting salary (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024)
- 12-week program vs. traditional 4-year programs
- Training at actual dental office (Martin Dental Group) for real-world experience
- Payment options: $3,650 full pay or $192-$269 weekly (13 weeks)
- Little to no debt; no financial aid needed
- Licensed and regulated by Texas Workforce Commission
- 4.9/5 Google rating (194+ reviews at Round Rock location)
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About Austin Dental Assistant School
Austin Dental Assistant School (operated by Zollege) offers an accelerated 12-week dental assistant certification program with hands-on training conducted at Martin Dental Group, a working dental office in Round Rock. Founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Ince, the school serves students across multiple Central Texas locations with affordable, debt-free training designed to launch careers with immediate job placement support.
The program combines online foundational coursework with in-person clinical skills training over 12 weeks, covering dental anatomy, infection control, chairside assisting, digital charting, radiography, impressions, and career launch through externship and interview prep. Students graduate job-ready for positions paying a median annual salary of $47,000+ according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Practical affordability is core to the mission: tuition is $3,650 for full payment or flexible weekly payment plans ($192-$269 weekly) with no financial aid requirement, allowing graduates to start their careers with little to no student debt. Licensed by the Texas Workforce Commission with 4.9-star Google ratings and consistently praised for patient, knowledgeable instructors.
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Will hands-on training at a dental office prepare me for my first job?
Yes. Training takes place at Martin Dental Group, a working dental office, so graduates experience real patient care workflows. Students master essential skills using actual equipment in a modern setting, making their first day at a new practice feel like week two of the program. Instructors are experienced professionals with strong student satisfaction.
Do you offer financial aid or scholarships?
No financial aid or scholarships. The school was founded by dentist Dr. Thomas Ince specifically to keep tuition affordable ($3,650) and allow students to graduate with little to no debt, a key difference from traditional programs that cost $15,000-$25,000+. Flexible payment plans available if the lump sum doesn't work.
What happens after I graduate?
Graduates receive a certificate of completion and direct access to the school's network of partner employers across Round Rock and Central Texas. The program includes career launch modules with resume and interview coaching, and job placement support to connect graduates with dental practices ready to hire.
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