Gastonia's Best Dental Assistant Academy!
Start Your New
Career In 12 Weeks
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Hands-on
Our comprehensive hands-on training prepares you for a career in the real world.
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Finish Fast
Earn your certificate of completion in as little as 12 weeks.
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​Affordable
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​Bilingual
We offer in house financial assistance to help you graduate debt free.
We offer Spanish and English classes to help you succeed in your course.
Gaston County's New
Dental Assistant Academy
Welcome to Royal Dental Assistant Academy, Gastonia's premier destination for aspiring dental professionals. As the demand for dental assistants continues to soar in the rapidly expanding dental industry, our academy stands ready to equip students with top-notch, hands-on training. At Royal DA Academy, we are dedicated to ensuring our graduates are primed and prepared to embark on fulfilling careers in this thriving field.
Upcoming 2025 Schedule:
Saturday Class 8am-1pm
Summer: June 7 - August 23
Fall: August 30 - November 15
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Hybrid Class Mondays 6:00pm-9:30pm
April 7-June 23
June 9-August 25
September 29-December 15​
October 6-December 22
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​​​Mond & Wed 6:00pm-9:30pm
April 7-June 25
July 7-September 24​
September 29-December 17
​​Tues & Thurs 6:00pm-9:30pm
April 8- June 26
July 8-September 25
September 30-December 18
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Spanish Class 6pm-9:30pm
July 7-September 22
September 29-December 15​
October 6-December 22
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Enrollment Process
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Fill out our online application.
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Pay your fees & Save your spot
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Begin your new career
Program Details
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At Royal Dental Assistant Academy, we are committed to providing comprehensive training that equips you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to succeed in a fast-growing industry. Our hands-on training ensures that you’ll be confident in your ability to assist with real-world dental procedures from day one, while our flexible scheduling options, including Saturday classes, make it easy to fit your education into your busy life. We also offer bilingual classes, ensuring accessibility for a diverse range of students. Our goal is to make your education both attainable and affordable with in-house payment plans and support through every step of the way, including resume building and job placement assistance. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance, we’re here to support your journey to becoming a successful dental assistant.
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How long is the program?We offer an accelerated 12 week program. In that time you will receive the knowledge and hands-on experience to prepare you for a career in the exciting field of dental assisting.
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What is the cost of the program?Application fee $50 + 12 Week Dental Assistant I Course $3,500
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What certificates go I graduate with after this course?With our program, you will receive certificates of completion in Chairside Dental Assisting, North Carolina X-ray Certification, OSHA & HIPAA, Sterilization & Infection Control, and CPR
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What are the basic admission requirements?To enroll in school, applicants: Be at least 18 years of age, or 17 years of age with a parent/guardian approval. Provide proof of a high school transcript or G.E.D. Transcript. $50 application fee payment. Signed enrollment agreement.
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Does the school find us an externship office to complete hours?If the student cannot find an office to complete externship and can prove their efforts to find one, we will arrange for an office to complete hours needed.
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Do you find us a job when we complete the course?Students are responsible for applying and interviewing. We have a network of dentist that we can assist to find a job if the student has no success in location.
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Do you offer weekend or evening classes?Yes! We understand that many of our students have busy schedules. That’s why we offer Saturday classes to accommodate students who work or have other commitments during the week.
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What kind of job placement assistance do you offer?We provide comprehensive job placement assistance to help you find employment after graduation. This includes resume building, interview preparation, and connecting you with dental practices in need of trained professionals.
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Is financial aid available?While we don't offer traditional financial aid, we provide in-house payment plans to ensure that our programs are financially accessible to all students.
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Do I need prior experience to enroll?No prior experience is necessary to enroll in our dental assistant program. Our curriculum is designed to teach you everything you need to know, from basic skills to advanced techniques, to become a successful dental assistant.
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What is the job outlook for dental assistants?The demand for dental assistants is growing rapidly. Graduates from our program have a high job placement rate, and we work closely with local dental offices to help students find positions after graduation.
"I can't even put into words how grateful I am for my time at Royal Dental Assistant Academy. Not only did I gain invaluable skills and knowledge, but the professors and staff truly cared about my success. The sense of community among the staff and students really enhanced my learning journey. The supportive environment fostered by the faculty truly sets this institution apart it's more than just school; it's a place that shaped me into the dental assistant I am today. Highly recommend!"
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Royal Dental Assistant Academy programs are approved and licensed by North Carolina Dental Board and North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges.
The North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges is not an accrediting agency.
