Pre-Dental Advantage

Stronger Applications

Demonstrate real clinical exposure, teamwork, and patient-centered communication—exactly what admissions committees value.

Build relationships with practicing dentists and instructors who can speak to your readiness and professionalism.

Learn sterilization, radiographic basics, chairside assisting, and clinic workflows—so your shadowing and research carry more context.

Program Name	St. Apollonia Dental Assisting Academy
Program Type	10-Week Accelerated Dental Assisting Program
Credential Awarded	Certificate of Completion recognized by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry
Program Goal	Prepare students for employment as Registered Dental Assistants (RDA) in Tennessee
Location	81 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37211
Schedule	Every Tuesday 9 AM – 5 PM
Clinical Director	Dr. Botros Aiyad

Dental Anatomy & Terminology	Oral structures, tooth morphology, charting systems
Infection Control & Sterilization	OSHA & CDC standards, asepsis, sterilization procedures
Dental Radiology	X-ray technique, safety, digital processing
Chairside Assisting	Four-handed dentistry, tray setup, ergonomics, patient care
Restorative & Preventive Procedures	Composite fillings, crown assistance, sealants, prophylaxis
Laboratory Skills	Impressions, model pouring, materials handling, and using intraoral scanners
Dental Office Administration	Scheduling, billing, charting, patient communication
Professionalism & Ethics	HIPAA, informed consent, professional conduct

Program Completion	Graduate with a Tennessee-recognized Certificate of Completion
Board Application	Guided through background check, fingerprinting, and application
Official Licensure	Obtain RDA Registration + Radiology Certification
Career Placement	Become eligible for RDA employment throughout Tennessee

Total Tuition	$5,500
Deposit Policy	All deposits are non-refundable
Refund Policy	No refunds within 30 days of class start; earlier requests considered case-by-case minus fees
Payment Plans	Flexible weekly options available

Chairside Assisting & Radiography Proficiency	General Dentistry Offices
Infection Control & Sterilization Mastery	Specialty Clinics (Ortho, Endo, Oral Surgery)
Administrative & Patient Management Skills	Public Health Centers & Private Practices
Professional Ethics & Communication	Expanded Function Training (Coronal Polishing, Nitrous Oxide)

Practical labs and live demos turn concepts into skills you’ll use in real offices.

Direct guidance from practitioners in modern, patient-centered care.

Resume polish, interview prep, and references to help land your first role.