Education

All the blog posts about education and stuff

15

Oct'17

Oral Health in America is Gaining Popularity Every Day

It may come as no surprise, but the Academy for Dental Assistants is a big advocate of oral health. Our mission is to prepare students for a career in dental assistance – an entry-level position in the dental industry with great projections for the future and an important role in oral healthcare. We prepare students for a career path with great pay, great promotional prospects, as well as a great opportunity to benefit the world …

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01

Oct'17

10 Personality Traits that Make a Great Dental Assistant

Every profession has its own qualities that draw people with certain personalities to the work. The healthcare industry is often recognized for its courageous, kind, and hardworking employees. Dental care, though a more peaceful sector, requires the same passion and diligence. Dental assistance and subsequent roles are attractive positions for amiable and outgoing individuals who enjoy working with people and helping them through sometimes difficult personal situations. It will be helpful for you to know …

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15

Sep'17

Should I Work for an Orthodontist or a Dentist?

Should I Work for an Orthodontist or a Dentist? If you are looking to begin a career in dentistry as an assistant, great choice! You have certainly discovered one of the most attractive occupations in the nation. To begin your new career, you should seek opportunities to train and become experienced in the basics of dental healthcare. But, first you may want to decide whether you want to work for an orthodontist or a dentist. …

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01

Sep'17

Dental Assistant Classes in Tampa – Training & Certification for EFDAs

You may have heard that Florida is a great place to become a dental assistant, with friendly smiles and plenty of fun to be had on the weekend. Professionals can vouch that building a career in the friendliest state on the East Coast can be among the most rewarding decisions you make in a lifetime. Finding work could be a dream come-true for the future-minded individual, but what are your options once you’ve decided to …

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15

Aug'17

Why Florida is the Perfect Place to Become a Dental Assistant

Many people see Florida as a popular vacation spot or a place to retire, but for the career-minded individual, Florida could be the land of opportunity. Florida isn’t just a place with clear waters, sunny beaches, and fantastic entertainment attractions – there are also bustling careers that work behind the scenes to care for the residents as they enjoy their own slice of paradise. Dental assistance is one of those careers, and it has become …

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01

Aug'17

Opportunities Grow for Qualified Dental Assistants as Healthcare Industry Expands

There has never been a better time to receive training and become certified as a dental assistant. Dentistry is one of the less hectic fields in the healthcare industry, which is an attractive quality to many seeking employment as a dental assistant. Dental assistants can look forward to working in a quiet office, talking with patients to keep them comfortable, and assisting the dentist during the patient’s visit. Full and part-time jobs are available for …

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15

Jul'17

8 Reasons You Should Become A Dental Assistant

If you are looking for a new career but don’t quite know what you want to do, don’t worry. It’s perfectly normal to feel confused before choosing a new career. Making the decision to change career is a big deal, and it can sometimes take a while to work out what career path is the right one for you. And that’s okay, it’s important to take your time when making such a big decision. Of all …

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01

Jul'17

Opportunities Grow for Qualified Dental Assistants as Healthcare Industry Expands

There has never been a better time to receive training and become certified as a dental assistant. Dentistry is one of the less hectic fields in the healthcare industry, which is an attractive quality to many seeking employment as a dental assistant. Dental assistants can look forward to working in a quiet office, talking with patients to keep them comfortable, and assisting the dentist during the patient’s visit. Full and part-time jobs are available for …

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15

Jun'17

Why Technical Certifications are Quickly Becoming a Preferred Alternative to College

College degrees have long been thought of as an academic’s ticket to a steady job and predictable income. Held in high regard, diplomas have often been referenced as entry-level materials for new employees in many professional fields. As time passes, however, and the consequences of student loans become clear, the value of the college diploma is beginning to look overvalued. Along with rocketing fees for tuition and textbooks, college degrees demand many hours in the …

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01

Jun'17

3 Reasons Dental Assistants Have the Best Work Environment in the Industry

A career in healthcare comes with ample rewards, including a healthy income, employee benefits, and plenty of room for promotion. With so many alluring perks to draw you in, one important factor to keep in mind when choosing a field is the stress that comes with a fast-paced and demanding industry. If the rush of a hospital or the serious nature of a pharmacy do not sound exciting to you, here are a few reasons …

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15

May'17

What Do Dental Assistants Do?

A career in dental assistance might have you imagining yourself working with a dentist as they treat a patient, but it is hard to imagine what you might be doing. From pictures and personal experience, you know there are medical instruments, gloves to wear, and someone having their teeth checked on, but the specifics are a bit blurry. Who is the assistant and what do they do? Well, the following list is compiled from the …

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01

May'17

Tampa Bay Dental Assistant School to Accommodate High Job Growth & Demand by Opening High-Tech Training Facility in 2018

In today’s economy, many individuals looking for first time careers or retraining in a different field are finding that one job in particular is guaranteed to bring them multiple well-paying offers.  An ‘Expanded Functions Dental Assistant’ or EFDA title might sound like you had to go to many years of dental school. But in fact those seeking a career in the healthcare profession and an enjoyable environment can be employed after just 6 months of …

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30

Apr'17

Become a Certified Dental Assistant from Home in as Little as 12 Weeks

Soaring tuition, overpriced textbooks, long commutes, irrelevant courses, time spent in classrooms, the lack of attention caused by high student/teacher ratios – the college experience has changed a lot in the last few decades. For today’s world of fast-paced communication and expert training methods, the traditional classroom seems to have gone the way of the paperback. While still utilized to their full extent, one could say they exist under a new overlay of technology and …

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18

Feb'17

Hands On Dental Assistant Course

Academy for Dental Assistants offers a 12 week Dental Assistant Training Program to train individuals for an entry level position in the Dental Field. The program is a Blended format with the didactic information given on our website for the student to complete around their schedule at home and a clinical hands on lab class given 1 day per week in our facility. It can be difficult to learn a new skill in a classroom …

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15

Feb'17

Summer Course Dates Now Available

Our Summer Class Schedule is now available and classes are open for Registration. Saturdays Starting, April 29, 2017 9:00am – 4:00pm Mondays Starting, May 1, 2017 9:00am – 4:00pm Monday and Wednesday Evenings  Starting May 1, 2017 6:00pm – 9:30pm   For more information on our Dental Assistant Training Program visit: https://academy4da.com/course/12-week-dental-assistant-training-program/ To view our class schedule visit: https://academy4da.com/schedule/

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