Job Outlook for Dental Assistants: Why It’s Time to Make a Career Switch

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Have you been negatively impacted by COVID-19? Did you lose your job? Are you considering it might be time to make a career change that proves more fulfilling? Amid the struggles and challenges of 2020, the job outlook for dental assistants is positive, so if you’re looking for a reason to switch career paths and turn to a field that remains high in demand, read on to learn how dental assistant courses can help you take the next step.

The Job Outlook

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, it is estimated that the employment of dental assistants will increase by 7% from 2019-2029. The reason for the continued increase and demand is largely in part because of the aging population and the need for improved oral health. When smiles remain healthy so do bodies, which is vitally important, especially for geriatric populations.

With the pay scale increasing to an average of $40,080 per year (as of 2019), this specific number is based on various factors (i.e., location, skillset, education, etc.).

Reasons to Make the Switch

Because 2020 has been an especially difficult year with so many individuals losing their job, you may fall in line with those who are looking to reinvent themselves in 2021. If dental assisting is of interest to you, there’s no better time to match the switch to a career that is only improving and looking better for aspiring individuals each year. Here are just a few of the many reasons enrolling in a dental assisting program is a good idea:

  • Dental assisting programs are fast-paced, allowing you to achieve the certification you need to begin working in a fun and exciting field.
  • Dental assisting classes are hands-on, which means you get the first-hand experience of learning what it is like to work in a dental practice before you graduate.
  • Dental offices are always looking for aspiring dental assistants, so it may not be as hard to find your first job opportunity in your area.
  • Dental assisting is a great way to make money to support yourself or your family. If your current career lacks in providing the money you need, you’ll be pleased to learn dental assistants can earn up to $40,000a year, depending on where you live.
  • Your schooling prepares you for a lucrative and rewarding career that makes a difference in people’s lives. From creating a warm and welcoming environment for patients to addressing their concerns so they can have a positive and stress-free experience, being a dental assistant is a fulfilling career choice.
  • There are numerous opportunities for growth once you’ve completed dental assisting school. If you choose to further your education and obtain additional certifications and experience, you can go on to become a dental hygienist, office manager, or insurance claims professional.

About Dental Assistant Pro
For more than 25 years, Dental Assistant Pro has been providing aspiring dental assistants with essential knowledge and hands-on skills learning. Our philosophy is the best dental assisting training should be taught in a dental office at an affordable cost, so why not take a chance and enroll in our 10-week course schedule? It’s now more affordable than ever to become a dental assistant! To learn more about us, visit our website or call (614) 202-3919.

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Reviews From Our Students

Kenzie Clark
Kenzie Clark
13. August, 2022.
Great experience!!
kaitlyn mcgarvey
kaitlyn mcgarvey
13. August, 2022.
Quick easy way to get a dental assistant certificate. Quick way to get into the dental field. More job opportunities opened after I received the certificate. Also received radiology license from class. Instructor is easy-going & bubbly personality.
Kaitlyn Waits
Kaitlyn Waits
13. August, 2022.
Enjoyable, quick program to get into a dental office. I'm looking forward to starting my new career
Sydnee Burgess (Syd)
Sydnee Burgess (Syd)
13. August, 2022.
It was a great experience! I was very nervous about dental and wasn’t sure how much I’d like it but through this experience I feel a lot better about going into the field. Jeanie who is the instructor is also a very warm person and truly cares for each of her students and their growth in the field.
Abby Morehouse
Abby Morehouse
11. May, 2022.
Such an amazing program! Would recommend this to anyone looking for a career in dentistry.
Lilly Collins
Lilly Collins
7. May, 2022.
Had an amazing experience as a student in the Lebanon program! The instructors Abby and Jeanne are amazing and have taught me so much from skills to job search, i will be forever grateful for their help and this experience.
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn
7. May, 2022.
Dental Assistant Pro is a wonderful program! The instructors, Jeanne and Abby, are very welcoming and do a great job at teaching their students. This program teaches you all of the basics and allows you to enter at an entry level dental assisting position at any Office. It was very convenient having classes only on the weekends and was so much fun!
Megan Sellman
Megan Sellman
7. May, 2022.
I went to Dental Assistant Pro from 7:30am-12pm, Jeanne and Abby made the program very fun and enjoyable! I learned a lot from this program and they made it easy to learn.
kiranpreet kaur
kiranpreet kaur
7. May, 2022.
I am only 18 and a Dental assistant now. I went to Dental Assistant Pro at Lebanon. It was a wonderful and thorough program. Jeane and Abby made it so easyyy to accomplish my goal. I learnt a lot in this program- X-rays, impression, diagnostic caste model and a lot of other things. Hands on training, awesome experience!!!!! Loved it 😊