Start Your Dental Assisting Career Near Waxahachie, TX
Build real clinical skills through a 12-week dental assisting program designed for students in Waxahachie and across Ellis County. Complete flexible online coursework, then develop hands-on skills at our nearby Midlothian training campus.
Hands-On Training Nearby
12 Weeks
Accelerated career training
Hands-On
Clinical skill development
Flexible Labs
Thursday, Friday or Saturday
Ellis County
Convenient training for Waxahachie students
Learn Dental Assisting Through Practice, Not Just Lectures
Dental assisting is a hands-on profession, so your training should give you opportunities to practice the skills you will actually use.
Ellis Co. Dental Assisting Program serves students from Waxahachie with guided clinical instruction, flexible online coursework and practical training built around the workflow of a real dental office.
In 12 weeks, students can begin building the technical, clinical and professional skills needed to move confidently toward a dental assisting career while staying close to home in Ellis County.
- Practice clinical skills used in dental offices every day
- Train with experienced dental professionals
- Combine online coursework with structured in-person labs
- Build confidence through repetition and instructor guidance
- Prepare for interviews, patient interaction and dental office workflow
Build the Skills Dental Offices Use Every Day
From chairside assisting to radiology and infection control, the program focuses on practical skills that help students become more comfortable in a professional dental environment.
Chairside Assisting
Practice patient positioning, instrument transfer, suctioning, four-handed dentistry and procedure support.
Dental Radiology
Learn radiology fundamentals, X-ray safety and practical techniques used in dental offices.
Infection Control
Build familiarity with sterilization procedures, clinical cleanliness, OSHA standards and patient safety.
Dental Materials
Work with impressions, dental models, restorative materials, cements and other commonly used materials.
Specialty Procedures
Learn fundamentals related to oral surgery, endodontics, orthodontics, pediatrics and periodontal procedures.
Career Readiness
Prepare for interviews, resumes, patient communication, front-office workflow and the transition into employment.
Progress from Core Fundamentals to In-House Experience
Each stage of the program builds on the last, moving from dental fundamentals into clinical procedures, practice workflow, career preparation and hands-on externship experience.
Foundations & Core Skills
Dental terminology, clinical workflow, OSHA and HIPAA standards, chairside skills, radiology, impressions and dental materials.
Clinical Procedures & Specialties
Continue into sterilization, oral surgery, periodontics, crown and bridge, endodontics, orthodontics and interview preparation.
Practice Management & Testing
Build familiarity with scheduling, dental insurance, office workflow, practice management and final clinical competencies.
In-House Externship Experience
Put your training together through practical, hands-on experience in a supported dental office environment.
Make Career Training Fit Your Week
A new career path should be challenging—not impossible to fit into your schedule.
Waxahachie-area students complete the online portion of the curriculum on a flexible schedule and attend hands-on lab sessions at our Midlothian training location.
With Thursday, Friday and Saturday lab options, students have multiple opportunities to choose a training day that works around employment, family responsibilities and other commitments.
Available Lab Sessions
Thursday
10 AM – 6 PM
Friday
10 AM – 6 PM
Saturday
10 AM – 6 PM
Choose from available lab sessions while completing the online coursework throughout the 12-week program.
Know What Your Program Investment Includes
Program tuition is structured around the instruction, clinical training and core materials students need from the first week through career preparation.
- Dental supplies
- Textbook
- Scrub bottoms and shirt
- Radiology certification
- OSHA & HIPAA certifications
- TSBDE exam/application fee
- Hands-on clinical training
- Career preparation
Flexible payment options are available for students who prefer to spread the cost of the program over time.
Who Is This Dental Assisting Program For?
For Waxahachie students looking for a practical entry into healthcare, dental assisting offers a career-focused route that does not require years of traditional schooling.
High School & Recent Graduates
Start building professional skills after high school or completing your GED.
Career Changers
Move toward a new field with a focused 12-week training format instead of a multi-year degree.
Busy Working Adults
Use online coursework and multiple weekly lab options to make training more manageable.
Future Dental Professionals
Gain early exposure to dentistry while learning from experienced professionals in a clinical setting.
Hands-On Dental Assistant Training Close to Home
Students from Waxahachie attend in-person labs and externship training at our Midlothian campus. Keeping the program within Ellis County gives local students access to a professional, hands-on learning environment without making Dallas or Fort Worth the center of their weekly training schedule.
Ellis Co. Dental Assisting Program
2021 South 14th St.
Building A, Suite 150
Midlothian, TX 76065
Schedule a visit from Waxahachie to meet the team, walk through the training environment and see where your hands-on dental assisting experience will take place.
Questions from Waxahachie Students
How long is the dental assistant program for Waxahachie students?
The program is 12 weeks and combines flexible online coursework, hands-on clinical labs, career preparation and an in-house externship experience.
Is there a dental assisting campus in Waxahachie?
Ellis Co. Dental Assisting Program serves Waxahachie students, but the hands-on training campus is located nearby at 2021 South 14th St., Building A, Suite 150 in Midlothian, Texas.
What days can I attend hands-on lab training?
Lab sessions are offered Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, giving students multiple weekly options for in-person training.
What hands-on skills will I practice?
Students build experience with chairside assisting, radiology, sterilization, impressions, dental materials, procedure support and other skills used in a dental office.
Does the 12-week program include an externship?
Yes. The final portion of the program includes an in-house externship experience designed to help students continue practicing clinical workflow and dental assisting skills in a supported environment.
How much is dental assistant training near Waxahachie?
Current program tuition is $5,995. Flexible payment-plan options are available, and the tuition page provides the current breakdown of program costs and included materials.
Can I tour the program before I enroll?
Yes. Waxahachie students can schedule a tour of the Midlothian training campus to meet the team, see the facility and ask questions about the program, schedule, tuition and enrollment process.
Train Hands-On. Build Confidence. Start Your Dental Assisting Career.
Take the next step with a 12-week dental assisting program serving Waxahachie and surrounding Ellis County communities.