Aspen Dental: Provides on-the-job training for dental assistants
Aspen Dental/No experience required/DANB RHS Certificate
Want to enter the medical industry but have no experience? The number of dental assistant positions in the United States is growing at an average annual rate of 11% (data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), becoming a high-demand profession! As a leading chain organization in the United States, Aspen Dental has more than 1,000 clinics in 46 states, providing on-the-job training for those with zero experience, covering core skills such as X-ray technology and patient care, and supporting authoritative certifications (such as DANB RHS). After completing the training, if you are promoted to a full-time employee, you will immediately enjoy benefits such as health insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k).
Why choose the dental assistant on-the-job training provided by Aspen Dental?
1.No experience required to enter the industry, on-the-job learning
No experience or high tuition fees required! Aspen Dental designs on-the-job training for newcomers, so that they can master core skills such as X-ray technology and patient care while working, solving the pain point of "difficulty in entering the industry without experience".
2.Authoritative certification support, enhance competitiveness
The training covers the content of the DANB radiation safety exam. After passing the exam, you can directly obtain the industry's authoritative certification (such as DANB RHS), which will help you easily meet the practice requirements of each state and enhance your job search advantages. Aspen Dental provides a way to take and pass the DANB RHS exam through cooperation with the National Board of Dental Assistants. The cooperation provides 13 credits of teaching through DANB's affiliate Dale Foundations to help you prepare for the DANB RHS exam. It also covers the examination fee for obtaining the DANB RHS certificate, which is required to obtain a state license or register to legally perform dental X-ray examinations.
3.Fast promotion and generous benefits
More than 1,000 clinics in 46 states across the United States provide stable positions. After completing the training, you can become a regular employee and enjoy benefits such as health insurance and 401(k) retirement funds. The demand for dental assistants has increased by 11% annually, and the career prospects are broad.
4.Practical training, seamless employment
Practice under the guidance of practicing dentists, learn the latest equipment and technology, and quickly adapt to real work scenarios.
Who is Aspen Dental's dental assistant training suitable for?
- 18-25 years old: No experience, want to enter the industry quickly? Earn money while mastering skills, suitable for accumulating medical industry resume and easily starting a career.
- 26-40 years old: Already have experience in other industries? Training provides certification support, fast career change, stable promotion, with health insurance and pension, balance career and family needs.
- 40-65 years old: Want to change track but afraid of financial pressure? Flexible training + on-the-job learning, take into account family responsibilities, certification to enhance competitiveness, seamlessly connect to new jobs.
- Above 65 years old: In good health, want to stay active? Provide part-time opportunities, participate in meaningful work, flexible time arrangements, and continue social value.
Regardless of your age, Aspen Dental helps you enter the industry with no experience and achieve a new start in your career!
Dental Assistant
| Summary | Data |
|---|---|
| Average wage in 2024 | $47,300 per year $22.74 per hour |
| Typical entry-level education | Postsecondary non-degree awards |
| Related work experience | None |
| On-the-job training | None |
| Number of jobs in 2023 | 376,500 |
| Job outlook 2023-33 | 8% (above average) |
| Job change 2023-33 | 31,500 new jobs |
How to apply for Aspen Dental dental assistant on-the-job training
1.Meet the basic requirements
You must hold a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), which is the basic requirement of most states and training programs.
2.Choose a training path
Depending on the regulations of your state, you can choose two ways:
- Complete a certification course: Some states require you to complete a dental assistant course at a community college or vocational school (including classroom learning and clinic internship).
- On-the-job training: It is allowed to learn while working under the guidance of a practicing dentist, which is applicable to states that do not require prerequisite courses.
3.Obtain necessary qualifications
If X-ray operation is involved, you must pass the DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam. Aspen Dental's partner institutions provide teaching resources and exam fee support to help prepare for the exam.
4.Submit an application
Visit the "Careers" section of the Aspen Dental official website, search for "Dental Assistant" or "Practical Training" positions, fill in the information according to the instructions and submit your resume.
5.Participate in training and assessment
After passing the initial screening, you will enter the clinic to receive systematic training, learn practical skills such as patient care and equipment use, and finally pass the internal assessment to officially join the company.