Allied Dental Education
Are you interested in going into a dental career?
Whether you choose to be a dental assistant, dental hygienist, or dentist there are many reasons why a dental career can lead to a bright future:
Dental Assistants
"Employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 7 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. The aging population and ongoing research linking oral health and general health will lead to continued increases in the demand for preventive dental services." bls.gov
Is A Dental Assisting Career Right For You?
Highlights of a Dental Assisting career and the opportunities available through the a grant sponsored by the NDDA and NDDF to become a registered dental assistant.
Is Dental Assisting Right For Me? (PDF)
North Dakota Chairside Dental Assistant Requirements
Your Path to Dental Assistant Registration in North Dakota (PDF)
Dental Assisting Grant Reimbursement Policy (PDF)
DA Grant Reimbursement Request Form
Reimbursement for Dental Assistant Outreach
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Useful Links for Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Programs
Certification and Training
Dental Assisting National Board
North Dakota State Board of Dental Examiners
Accredited Training Programs
North Dakota State College of Science - Wahpeton
Minnesota State Community and Technical College-Moorhead
Northwest Technical College-Bemidji Dakota College at Bottineau in Minot - Minot
Financial Support
For more information about tuition assistance at NDSCS through sponsorships, visit Sponsorship Opportunities.
Contact Information and Support
For more information about dental staff careers or how to apply for reimbursement of certification fees, contact:North Dakota Dental Foundation
4141 28th Ave S
Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 271-0263
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