Dental Assistant Training Program
What is HCC’s Dental Assistant Training Program?
This program is open to individuals looking to begin a career in the dental field. We offer in-classroom and hands-on clinic training through our network of clinics.
We are currently enrolling for our Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 Cohorts! This program runs two days a week at the HCC Network Carrollton Clinic Location – 718 Harvest Hills Drive, Carrollton, MO 64633 and classes will start in January and August, respectively.
Spring Cohort: Starts January 2026, class will meet twice a week from 9 am – 1 pm through April. Clinicals will be 8 hour days twice a week through August.
Fall Cohort: Starts August 2026, class will meet twice a week from 9 am – 1 pm through December. Clinicals will be 8 hour days twice a week through April.
Please email info@hccnetwork.org with any questions.
When Should I Apply?
We encourage students to apply as early as possible. Applications for the Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 Cohorts are now open! Our Dental Assistant Training Program starts every year in August.
Who Can Apply and What Does the Program Look Like?
Anyone is eligible to apply if they are over 18 years old. We accept high school graduates as well as non-traditional students who are looking for a career change. The program is two week days per week for nine months and prepares the students for certification as a dental assistant. Didactic or classroom training is the first half of the program with clinicals following. At the end of the program, students will test for the basic skills exam. Our current pass rate is 100% with our graduates often receiving job offers before they graduate from our program.
Investment
$1500 cost per students, paid over the first six months. This includes textbooks, training and testing fees. We collect a $500 deposit upon enrollment then the remaining balance in thirds.
Commitment to attend two week days for the length of the program.
For questions regarding student training, please contact Stephanie Taylor, Workforce Director, at stephanie.taylor@hccnetwork.org or call 816.617.2353.
