Career Assistance
From Training to Career — We Help You Get Hired
Your success doesn’t stop at graduation. We provide the tools, support, and direct connections to help you launch your dental career with confidence.
Train Here — Connect to Jobs Through Our Partner, Dental Team Builders | Graduate job-ready and connect directly with hiring offices through Dental Team Builders
Career Support
Real Career Support — Not Just a Certificate
For over 18 years, we have helped thousands of students successfully transition into dental careers across the Carolina’s. We take that responsibility seriously—and go beyond training to support your long-term success.
Our program includes hands-on guidance in:
- Resume development
- Interview preparation
- Professional presentation and credential positioning
Plus, all graduates receive unlimited career support.
Direct Job Connections
Direct Access to Hiring Dental Offices
Through our partnership with Dental Team Builders, our graduates gain access to a growing network of dental practices actively hiring across the Carolina’s.
- Create a free professional profile
- Connect directly with offices
- Explore full-time, part-time, and temporary opportunities
Many students begin connecting with employers before they even graduate.
Credentials & Career Growth
Graduate Fully Qualified — Start Working Immediately
Our graduates complete the Dental Assistant I program with all credentials required to begin working.
As you gain experience, your career continues to grow:
- Work as a Dental Assistant I
- Accumulate 3,000 hours (approximately 2 years)
- Advance to Dental Assistant II (DAII) status
This progression allows you to build your career while earning and gaining real-world experience.
Career Paths
Explore Career Opportunities in Dentistry
Your training opens the door to a wide range of roles in the dental field:
- Chairside Dental Assistant
Work directly with dentists and hygienists in general or specialty practices (orthodontics, oral surgery, pediatrics, endodontics) - Administrative Dental Professional
Support front office operations including scheduling, billing, insurance, and patient communication - Practice Leadership Roles
Grow into office management and leadership positions with experience - Pathway to Advanced Careers
Use your experience as a stepping stone toward dental hygiene or dental school
Job Market
A High-Demand, Growing Career Field
Dental assisting continues to be one of the fastest-growing careers in healthcare, with strong demand for trained professionals across the country.
One Path. Two Powerful Resources.
Dental U and Dental Team Builders work together to support your full career journey—from training to employment.
We don’t just prepare you for the workforce—we help connect you to it!