Dental Assistant
Your Dental Assistant Pathway
Our Dental Assisting program will train you to excel as competent and ethical Dental Assistant, pivotal in both clinical care and healthcare office management. Our state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated instructors ensure you learn cutting-edge techniques in our comprehensive dental clinic.
You’ll benefit from small class settings, ensuring personalized attention and hands-on training for an enriched learning experience.
We have excellent job placement rates. When you graduate from our Dental Assistant program, you will be able to secure positions in pediatric dentistry, periodontics, preventive dentistry, community clinics, education, and research sectors. Completion of our curriculum prepares you to become a Registered Dental Assistant in Washington state.
Your degree isn't just a milestone; it's a seamless gateway to a rewarding career in health sciences.
Discover a world of opportunities with our Dental Assistant program at LWTech!
Dental Assistant, Certificate of Completion Info
Additional Program Information
Entry into the Dental Assistant program requires completion of LWTech's general online application. Students entering the Dental Assistant program will be required to attend the program
orientation to go over policies and procedures regarding physical exam, vision exam, immunizations, and
other requirements related to being a healthcare provider.
Orientation for Fall 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
East Building, E114
The purpose of the Infectious Disease and Bloodborne Pathogens Policy is to minimize
the potential for environmental hazards and transmission of infectious disease. LWTech
Dental Programs are committed to defining and addressing issues related to infectious
diseases to protect patients, students, faculty, staff and the rights of individuals
who may have an infectious disease.
Discover the advantages of I-BEST support for students pursuing the Dental Assistant
Certificate of Completion. Our comprehensive program provides in-class assistance
in various areas, including writing, math, notetaking, presentation skills, study
techniques, and career readiness.
To discover more about I-BEST and connect with a knowledgeable advisor, please visit our dedicated I-BEST webpage.
Dental Assistant Info Sessions
- Every Tuesday in July and August from 12pm-12:30pm.
- Teams link: Tuesday Info Sessions Link
- Friday in July and August from 12-12:30pm.
- Teams Link: Friday Info Sessions Link
Key Contacts
Explore Careers and Paths in Dental Assisting
The Dental Assisting pathway at LWTech can lead to a variety of career opportunities in the dental field. The examples below show how different certificates and degrees may connect to potential job paths. While we can’t guarantee specific outcomes, this information is meant to help you explore your options and plan for your future.
You can choose to enter the workforce after completing your dental assisting training or continue your education to expand your career options over time. Here are some examples of what that path can look like:
Start working after your certificate
After completing the Dental Assistant Certificate of Completion, you may be prepared for roles such as:
Continue your education and advance your career
You could also continue to complete the Health Sciences AAS-T, which may prepare you to pursue roles such as:
The Health Sciences AAS-T will also prepare you to pursue a bachelor’s degree program.
Examples of bachelor’s degree options at LWTech include:
- Public Health at LWTech
- Applied Management – Entrepreneurship at LWTech
Other examples of bachelor’s degree options include:
- Healthcare Informatics, Health Promotion and Management, or Health Management and Leadership at Bellevue College
- Healthcare Administration at City University of Seattle
- Health Services Administration at Eastern Washington University
- Allied Health at Seattle Central College
- Health Information Management at Tacoma Community College
These programs may lead to roles such as:
- Health Educator
- Community Health Worker
- Medical and Health Services Manager
- Medical Records and Health Information Technician
- Administrative Services Manager
Note: Student should contact an advisor at the transfer college to determine specific transfer requirements
The Health Sciences AAS-T can also support students who are working towards completing their pre-requisites to apply for the Dental Hygiene BAS at LWTech, which prepares you to pursue roles such as:
Graduate degree opportunities
After completing a bachelor’s degree, students may choose to pursue graduate education in related fields. Examples may include:
- Master of Science at Western Governors University
- Master of Professional Studies at Northeastern University
Students completing an LWTech bachelor’s degree may be eligible to pursue graduate programs if prerequisites for the chosen program are fulfilled. We encourage students to work with an advisor to plan their educational pathway and review transfer or graduate school requirements.