San Antonio Dental Assistant School

Dental Assistant Training in San Antonio

San Antonio Dental Assistant School is a training center specializing in dental assistant education in San Antonio, Texas. The program is taught in real dental offices, with instructors who practice the profession, and is designed for students to gain hands-on experience with the same equipment and technologies used in daily practice.

The school presents itself as a joint initiative between Zollege and local dental offices, so that training takes place in the environment where the work is actually done. Zollege was founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Ince, a dentist who was looking for well-trained dental assistants; his brother Ryan, a physician, later launched a medical assistant program with the same accelerated, in-office approach.

12-Week Program and Admissions Process

The main program lasts 12 weeks. The school describes a four-step admissions process: learn about the program and contact the admissions team, complete an application choosing a start date and payment plan, pay a deposit that is deducted from tuition, and complete the program following the center's guidance. When classes begin, students receive a free set of scrubs.

The school states that it offers several start dates throughout the year and flexible payment options, with the goal that students can graduate without student loan debt. Tuition is presented as affordable.

Certifications and Requirements Upon Completion

Those who complete the program receive a Certificate of Completion, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification card through the American Heart Association, and a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license upon passing the RDA exam through the University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio, an online course approved by TSBDE. The exam cost is covered by the school.

To enroll, you must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.

Career Support and Job Preparation

The school offers job search support, including resume review, interview tips, and guidance from employment assistance specialists. It also has a service for dental offices to hire graduates.

Campuses and Start Dates

The school has two campuses in San Antonio, identified as Northeast and Northwest. The next start dates published at the time of analysis were October 3, 2026 for the Northwest campus and October 17, 2026 for the Northeast campus, both with Saturday hours from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM. The school also organizes virtual events, such as the one titled "Build A Career That Lasts."

Admissions Office Hours

Admissions hours, in Central Time, are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and closed on Sundays.

Regulation and Licensing

San Antonio Dental Assistant School is licensed and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission.