Terre Haute Dental Assistant School

Dental Assistant Training in Terre Haute, Indiana

Terre Haute Dental Assistant School is a training center specializing in preparing dental assistants. Its program is taught in real dental offices in Terre Haute and combines hands-on practice with instruction from working professionals. The school is part of a network of schools managed by Zollege, founded in 2010 by Dr. Thomas Ince with the goal of offering shorter, more practical training than traditional programs.

An Intensive 12-Week Program

The training program runs over 12 weeks and is designed for students to gain the skills needed to enter the job market as a dental assistant. Classes are offered at flexible times, with options that accommodate working individuals, including the possibility of attending on Saturdays. The admissions process consists of four steps: learn about the program, complete the application, pay the deposit, and complete the training. The school states that the deposit is applied toward tuition and that students receive a set of scrubs when classes begin.

Certifications and Credentials Upon Completion

Upon completing the program, students receive a Certificate of Completion and a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification card issued by the American Heart Association. During the course, students obtain a provisional radiology permit that allows them to take X-rays during their externship. The school helps students complete the proficiency application and puts them in touch with the state radiology department to complete the steps for the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam and obtain the Limited Radiographic License, a state designation that restricts its use to the dental field.

Hands-On Learning in Real Dental Offices

Training is based on direct practice in working dental offices, using the same equipment and technologies used in the profession. Instructors are professionals with experience in the daily operations of a dental clinic, which allows theory to be translated into concrete skills. The school presents itself as a professional learning environment equipped for this type of training.

Employment and Career Placement Support

The program includes employment preparation services such as resume review, interview tips, and guidance from employment assistance specialists. The school also offers clinics the opportunity to hire its graduates. Financing is structured with affordable tuition and flexible payment plans, with the stated goal that students graduate without student loan debt.

Two Locations in Terre Haute

The school has two campuses in Terre Haute, identified as Terre Haute and Terre Haute - South. The Terre Haute - South campus has its next class scheduled to start on October 24, 2026, with classes on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The school also hosts virtual information events, such as the one titled "Build A Career That Lasts," and offers a free course guide with information about the program, curriculum, career paths, and tuition.

Regulation and Contact

The school is regulated by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Office for Career and Technical Schools, based in Indianapolis. Admissions support is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time, and is closed on Sundays.

Location and Contact

Hours: Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM (next start date: October 24, 2026)