Temple Dental Assistant School

Dental Assistant Training in Temple, Texas

Temple Dental Assistant School is a training center specializing in preparing dental assistants. Its program is taught in real dental offices in Temple and combines theoretical instruction with direct practice on equipment and materials typical of dental work. 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 main course lasts twelve weeks and is designed to enter the job market without incurring student debt. The training is structured in four steps: learn about the program and talk to the admissions team, complete the application by choosing a start date and payment plan, pay the deposit to secure your spot — an amount that is deducted from tuition — and complete the program following the school's guidance. The school states that classes are held at flexible times and that there are several start dates throughout the year.

Certifications and Career Outcomes

Upon completion, students receive a Certificate of Completion, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification card issued by the American Heart Association, and the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license after passing the corresponding exam, administered online by the University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio and approved by the TSBDE. The exam cost is covered by the school. The center also offers job search support, with resume review, interview tips, and guidance from job placement specialists.

Facilities and Faculty

Classes take place in working dental offices, with equipment and technology similar to those used in daily practice. The faculty consists of professionals with experience in dental clinic operations, who translate theory into practical skills. The school describes its learning environment as professional and well-equipped.

Tuition and Payment Options

The school offers affordable tuition and flexible payment plans to facilitate access without debt. The admissions process is guided and has a dedicated team to answer questions and verify candidate eligibility. Requirements include being over 18 years old and having a high school diploma or GED.

Zollege's Origin

Zollege was founded in 2010 as Vandelay Education by Dr. Thomas Ince, a dentist who couldn't find well-trained dental assistants to hire. Instead of waiting for traditional programs to change, he created his own: shorter, taught hands-on in working dental offices, and structured to be paid for without loans. His brother Ryan, a physician, faced the same problem in healthcare, and both collaborated on a medical assistant program built with the same accelerated, in-office approach.

Contact and Location

The school has a location in Temple, Texas, and its address is 5519 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76502. The contact phone number is (254) 232-5861 and the email is info@templedentalassistantschool.com. Admissions hours, Central Time, are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Sunday closed.

Location and Contact

5519 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76502 · Phone: (254) 232-5861 · Email: info@templedentalassistantschool.com