About
Arizona College’s Dental Assistant Program in Mesa, Arizona, trains students to provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, perform clerical duties, sterilize instruments, prepare dental examination trays, and support patient care. The program leads to a Dental Assistant Diploma. It uses a hybrid format that combines on-campus instruction with an off-campus clinical externship in a dental practice setting. The primary pathway takes four quarters, or approximately 38 weeks, followed by an eight-week externship. Coursework includes administrative and clerical duties, technical equipment procedures, and lecture and laboratory training. The program page does not identify a diploma, GED, age minimum, license, immunization, background check, or placement test as an admission requirement.
At a glance
- Format: HYBRID
- Next start: October 19th
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Arizona College - Mesa
Arizona College, Mesa campus, is a healthcare training institution in Mesa, Arizona. The campus prepares students for careers in Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, and Phlebotomy. Its allied health offerings combine classroom instruction with practical training in realistic medical environments, advanced labs, and clinical settings. Career support includes interview advice, resume reviews, career opportunities, career fairs, and information about healthcare job openings at partner organizations. The school describes its programs as targeted preparation for specific roles within the medical field and emphasizes support from experienced professionals and faculty. Arizona College operates allied health campuses in Mesa and Glendale, while its broader institution also offers a three-year BSN program through Arizona College of Nursing at nursing-focused campuses.