Registered Dental Assistant

Registered Dental Assistant

Prepare for a successful dental assisting career with University of the Incarnate Word’s Registered Dental Assistant program.  Gain hands-on training, expert instruction, and exam preparation for the RDA through the State of Texas. Become a Registered Dental Assistant in as little as four months.

This comprehensive dental assistant training combines classroom learning, practical training and real-world experience, equipping students with the skills and credentials needed to excel in dental careers. By completing this program, students gain the expertise to become an integral part of the dental team and contribute to the highest standards of care. 

RDA Training Program

This 12-week hybrid program includes the preparation necessary to pass the RDA exam and provides the skills needed to become an entry-level dental assistant. You will gain practical knowledge and hands-on learning experiences on topics including: 

Dental Assistant Curriculum

• Law and Ethics
• Dental Terminology
• Dental Radiology
• Chairside Assisting
• Sterilization Procedures
• Preventative Dentistry
• Dental Materials
• Dental Laboratory Procedures
• Infection Control & OSHA Regulations
• Patient Care
• General Dentistry and most specialty procedures
• Communication Skills
• CPR
• Preparation for Employment

The Registered Dental Assistant program offers our students both theoretical and practical training through its Hybrid program. 

The program fee includes all live instruction, labs, externship, and materials needed to complete the program.

Course Cost

The total cost of the RDA course is $4,500.

The program fee includes all live instruction, labs, and all materials including the externship (if eligible). Our courses offer financial assistance through Sallie Mae loans, payment plans, MyCAA and Workforce Solutions funding (contact your nearest Texas Workforce Center).

Admissions Requirements

Below is a brief explanation of the course and the requirements for enrollment. Prerequisites for the course include:

• A high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• No felony or misdemeanor related to the sale of drugs. Traffic violations and any other issues must be cleared up before the externship. This is the sole responsibility of each student.
• Proof of Tuberculosis and Hepatitis B vaccinations
• Students under the age of 30 are required to have proof of Meningitis vaccination
• Commitment to the rigorous 12-week course schedule.

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