Prepare for a new career sooner than you think
Dental Assistants are often the first person a patient interacts with when they visit the dentist's office. They play key roles in delivering quality care. Dental assistants support both the Dentist and Dental Hygienist in running their practice, as well as aid in caring for patients. A special and diverse health care career choice.
Train to Assist Chairside During Dental Procedures
- Learn the foundations of dental care in this diploma program.
- Curriculum includes an externship so you gain real-world experience.
- Complete your diploma in as few as 9-months of study.
- Two locations in the Kansas City metro area: St. Joseph Medical Center and Downtown on Broadway
Dental Assistant Diploma Program Overview
With Concorde, you can learn the skills needed to be the person dental practices rely on to keep things running smoothly. The hands-on training from taking x-rays to dental impressions, will help prepare you for a career in the dental field.
Now Enrolling
Concorde's Kansas City campuses are seeking dedicated students who want to:
- Learn to help dentists and dental hygienists deliver quality care and maintain office operations
- Prepare for career opportunities in private practices, clinics, cosmetic dentistry, and more
- Complete the diploma in as few as 9-months
Get started by scheduling an in-person or virtual Career Planning Session to explore if the dental assistant program is right for you!
**Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected national growth in job openings for dental assistants 2023-2033 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-assistants Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, who's length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.
Curriculum
Concorde Kansas City dental assistant diploma program teaches foundational concepts of dentistry, including anatomy, physiology and the different dental specialties. You’ll learn to take impressions, assist during procedures, and how
Kansas City Campus Dental Assistant Curriculum
Concorde Kansas City's dental assistant diploma program teaches foundational concepts of dentistry, including anatomy, physiology and the different dental specialties. You’ll learn to take impressions, assist during procedures, and how to keep the front office operating efficiently.
- Introduction to Dental Assisting & Dental Terminology
- Dental Specialties
- Materials & Procedures
- Patient Care & Management
- Diagnostics & Orthodontics
- Dental Radiology
The dental assistant program includes an externship where you will gain hands-on experience working along side dentists, hygienists and other healthcare professionals.
240
Lab Hours
Practice On-Campus
Students will complete on-campus labs including simulations and patient care settings.
Kansas City Dental Assistant Program Coursework
The dental assistant diploma program courses cover topics including:
- Taking patient histories and vital signs (blood pressure, etc.)
- Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
- passing instruments to the dentist during procedures
- Using suction to remove fluids from patients mouths during procedures
- Educate patients about proper oral hygiene
- Maintain patient records and appointment schedules
- Generate patient bills and process payments to keep the front office operating efficiently.
What You Will Learn
- Introduction to Dental Assisting & Dental Terminology
- Dental Specialties
- Materials & Procedures
- Patient Care & Management
- Diagnostics & Orthodontics
- Dental Radiology
The dental assistant program includes an externship where you will gain hands-on experience working along side dentists, hygienists and other healthcare professionals.
The dental assistant diploma program courses cover topics including:
- Taking patient histories and vital signs (blood pressure, etc.)
- Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
- passing instruments to the dentist during procedures
- Using suction to remove fluids from patients mouths during procedures
- Educate patients about proper oral hygiene
- Maintain patient records and appointment schedules
- Generate patient bills and process payments
The diploma program can be completed in as few as nine-months.
Career Outlook
A Career with Smiles
Dental assistants do a little of everything in the dental office. From updating patient records to sterilizing instruments and assisting during procedures, their role is versatile, fast-paced, and can make a real difference in the lives of patients.
- Work Alongside Dentists & Hygienists
- Assist Chairside During Patient Exams & Procedures
- Prepare & Take Patient X-Rays
- Manage and Schedule Patient Appointments
- Collect and Record Patient Records
- Prepare & Sanitize Instruments & Care Spaces
Address and Hours
Kansas City Campus
930 Carondelet Drive
Kansas City, Missouri 64114
FX: (816) 756-3231
Campus Hours of Operation
- Monday - Thursday 8 am - 8 pm
- Friday 8 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 9 am - 12 pm
- Sunday Closed
Satellite Campus
3239 Broadway Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64111
FX: (816) 756-3231
Hours of Operation
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday - 7:30 am - 7:00 pm.
Friday - 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday - Closed
Sunday - Closed
Financial Aid
As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.
Accreditation
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