Dental Assisting Schools in Fort Lauderdale and Hialeah Florida
YOUR JOB OUTCOME LOOKS BRIGHT!
Our 12-week Dental Assisting program focuses on fast-track entry into clinical roles, supported by strong local and national demand for dental healthcare workers.
Career Outlook & Key Job Metrics
Target Job Role: Dental Assistant. Responsibilities include direct chairside dentist assistance, preparing patients, sterilizing equipment, managing records, and exposing dental radiographs
Local Earning Potential: Median annual salaries typically range between $46,000 – $52,000.* in Florida, depending on the specific practice, certifications, and shift structure.
Job Demand & Growth: Dental assisting employment is projected to grow 8%–11% nationally, driven by an aging population requiring more oral healthcare and expanded access to dental services. Florida remains one of the top states for total job volume in allied health.
Primary Work Environments: Private dental practices, group practices, specialty clinics (orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery), and ambulatory healthcare centers.
*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistcs
SFDAS Program Advantages for Employment
Key Certifications: Program coursework prepares students for state-recognized credentials, including Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) and Dental Radiology certifications. Having these credentials significantly increases entry-level competitiveness and starting pay compared to uncertified candidates.
Hands-On Office Training: Unlike traditional classroom-only models, SFDAS operates out of actual dental facilities, giving graduates direct practical experience before entering the job market.
Career Pathing: Dental assisting frequently serves as a springboard for further advancement into dental hygiene, practice management, specialized assisting, or dental lab technician roles.
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Digital scanning is included in the 12-week program!
YOUR ASK – WE ANSWER
Answers to questions we get everyday at South Florida Dental Assisting School
How do I enroll?
You can register right now from our website, click here to start. Or call 954-445-1085 to set up a registration appointment with our Dental Assistant Program Coordinator.
Do you offer job placement?
Yes! Job placement assistance is available for all South Florida Dental Assisting School graduates. Dentists and dental personnel recruiters contact our program when looking for qualified dental assistant graduates. We also continually contact local dentists to notify them of upcoming graduating classes. Please note: Job placement is not guaranteed.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Tuition financing is available. For more information call us at 954-445-1085.
