When you want to switch careers to dental assisting with no experience, simply enroll in our fast-track program and gain the hands-on skills needed to start a new path.
At the American Institute of Dental Assisting (AIDA), we’re ready to help you become a dental assistant in Arizona. Whether you are feeling unfulfilled in your current job and are considering a switch to a more rewarding field, we tailor a program that’s right for you. Your path to a new career starts here.
From Zero Experience to Job-Ready in 13 Weeks With AIDA
The biggest myth about becoming a dental assistant is that you need prior experience or a multiyear degree. What’s truly required is a passion for helping people and a willingness to learn.
At AIDA, we welcome students from all professional backgrounds and offer a dental assisting program that focuses on relevant, real-world training. So, even if you have no dental or healthcare experience, you can change your life and begin a new career.
Becoming a Dental Assistant
With AIDA’s program, you can go from zero experience to job-ready in 13 weeks. Here’s how our accelerated training program fast-tracks you to a new career and equips you with in-demand skills:
- Streamlined admission: You can complete your admission on the same day, so you can get in fast and begin your career. We allow those under 18 and may even permit those without a high school diploma or GED.
- Hands-on training: We give you real-world experience that makes you valuable to employers from day one. Compared to other programs, we offer hands-on training in a live patient clinic for more practical and effective training.
- Personalized approach: Our one-day-per-week program is designed for those with busy schedules. Many of our students work part-time, and some work full-time while taking classes. Our training is also much smaller, so everyone gets that individualized attention.
- Established local presence: We have two campuses in Arizona. Our schools are a great starting point for those with a general interest in the dental field, offering services specifically designed for dental assisting.
Why Choose a Career in Dental Assisting?
Choosing a career in dental assisting opens up many opportunities in the healthcare field. Kick-start your future with AIDA, a state-licensed vocational school that prepares you for workforce success:
- High job security: Get a stable job with a strong median annual salary. Dental professionals are generally in high demand because of the critical importance of oral healthcare.
- Predictable scheduling: Most dental assistants enjoy standard weekday hours rather than rotating night shifts or 24-hour on call duty. This profession can accommodate your current life and work commitments,
- Dynamic work environment: Instead of a typical desk job, dental assisting often shifts between clinical procedures and patient care. This fast, fulfilling work environment follows a highly structured approach while also being flexible, depending on each patient you work with.
- Rewarding role: The work’s fulfilling nature makes a difference. As a dental assistant, you can help patients and make an impact on their oral health.
Your First Step to a New Future is Simple
A fulfilling new career is closer than you think, and AIDA provides the clear, proven path to get there. No experience is needed to take the first step. Call us at 480-209-1392 to book a tour and see the campus and live clinic in person. If you’re ready, apply online, and you’re off to begin your dental assisting path.