Lafayette Dental Assistant School

Dental Assistant Training in Lafayette, Louisiana

Lafayette Dental Assistant School is a training center specializing in preparing dental assistants. Its program is taught in real dental offices in Lafayette and combines theoretical instruction with direct practice on the equipment and tools used in the daily operations of a clinic. The school presents itself as a joint initiative between Zollege and local dental offices, so students learn in the same environment where professional work takes place.

The 12-Week Program

The training program lasts twelve weeks and is designed to enter the job market without taking on student debt, according to information shared by the school itself. Classes are held on flexible schedules in working dental offices, with instructors who currently practice or have practiced in dentistry. The admissions process consists of four steps: learn about the program and contact the admissions team, complete the application by choosing a start date and payment plan, pay a deposit that is credited toward tuition, and complete the program by following the school's guidance. When classes begin, students receive a set of scrubs at no additional cost.

Certifications and Skills Upon Completion

Those who complete the program receive a Certificate of Completion, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification card issued by the American Heart Association, and a Radiology training certificate of approval. The training focuses on the skills dental employers look for, with particular emphasis on hands-on practice within a real dental office.

Career Support and Admissions Process

The school offers job placement support, including resume review, interview tips, and guidance from career assistance specialists. The admissions process is guided and includes dedicated support from the enrollment team. There are multiple enrollment periods throughout the year, and information about start dates is published on each campus page. The school states that the next class starts on October 3, with limited seats available, and that the sessions for that start date are held on Saturdays from 8:00 to 12:30.

Background and History of the Group

Zollege was founded in 2010 as Vandelay Education by Dr. Thomas Ince, a dentist who couldn't find well-trained dental assistants to hire. Rather than wait for traditional programs to change, he created one with a shorter approach, taught in working dental offices, and structured to be affordable without loans. His brother Ryan, a physician, faced the same problem on the medical side, and the two collaborated on a medical assistant program built with the same accelerated, in-office approach. The school states that it is licensed by the Louisiana Board of Regents.

Facilities and Learning Environment

The school describes a professional, well-equipped environment where students practice with the same tools and technologies used in today's dental offices. Training is delivered by instructors with experience in the daily operations of a dental clinic, who are able to translate theory into practical skills.

Location and Contact

The school operates in Lafayette, Louisiana, at 3231 Kaliste Saloom Rd, zip code 70508. Admissions hours, in Central Time, are Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 19:00, Saturdays from 8:00 to 16:00, and closed on Sundays.

Location and Contact

3231 Kaliste Saloom Rd, Lafayette, LA 70508 · Phone: (337) 202-2768 · Email: info@lafayettedentalassistant.com