ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
The Contemporary Health Career Institute® (CHCI)
CHCI is committed to providing you with the tools you need to start your career in dentistry. No experience is necessary to get started. Our fast-track courses in Dental Assisting teach the skills needed to work as an entry-level dental assistant. Classes are held on Sundays inside of a modern Chester County dental office to allow students to gain hands-on experience prior to finding employment. This may truly be one of the best financial and time investments you will make for your career! CHCI is licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools.
PROGRAM DETAILS
What You Will Learn
At the Contemporary Health Career Institute in Exton, our Dental assisting program will teach you everything you need to know to become an entry level dental assistant within 10 weeks. Are you looking for a position in Chester County, Exton, Downingtown, West Chester, or one of the surrounding counties? Or in Montgomery, York, Delaware, Philadelphia Berks county? Our graduates also have access to our local job posting board to help look for openings in the field. Class breakdown is as follows:
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Intro to Dentistry & Assisting
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Assisting for Operative Dentistry
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Basic Assisting Needs
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Assisting for Prosthodontics
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Radiology Part 1
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Radiology Part 2 & Midterm
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Dental Specialties Part 1
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Dental Specialties Part 2
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“The Team Approach”
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Final Exam and Graduation
During the Dental Assistant Training in Exton, CHCI will provide students with the information needed to register for the Radiology Health & Safety Exam administered through the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Successful completion of this exam authorizes a Pennsylvania or Delaware dental assistant may legally operate dental X-ray equipment and perform dental radiographic procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist.
Tuition and Fees
The total cost for the 80-hour training program is $2,895.00 which includes the $150 registration fee, textbooks and all necessary supplies. Payment may be made using any of the options listed in the Student Information Publication (including in-house weekly payment plans). CHCI accepts cash, check and most major credit cards.
Additional Costs May Include:
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DANB Radiology Exam: $270.00
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BLS/CPR: $75.00
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Scrub Type Uniform: varies
COURSE SCHEDULE
Spring Class 81 - Now Enrolling!
02/09/2025 – Course #1
02/16/2025 – Course #2
02/23/2025 – Course #3
03/02/2025 – Course #4
03/09/2025 – Course #5
03/16/2025 – Course #6
03/23/2025 – Course #7
03/30/2025 – Course #8
04/06/2025 – Course #9
04/13/2025 – Course #10 and Graduation!
Summer Class 82
04/27/2025 – Course #1
05/04/2025 – Course #2
05/11/2025 – No Class, Mother's Day Weekend
05/18/2025 – Course #3
05/25/2025 – No Class, Memorial Day Weekend
06/01/2025 – Course #4
06/08/2025 – Course #5
06/15/2025 – Course #6
06/22/2025 – Course #7
06/29/2025 – Course #8
07/06/2025 – No Class, Independence Day
07/13/2025 – Course #9
07/20/2025 – Course #10 and Graduation!
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ARE YOU INTERESTED IN DENTAL ASSISTANT TRAINING IN EXTON?
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Those considering a career in dental assisting are invited to learn more about how they can start a new career in just 10 weeks.
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Entrance requirements include a high school diploma or GED, completion of the Enrollment Agreement, and the submission of a $150 registration fee (included in the $2,895 total program cost).
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Contact admissions@chcicareer.com with questions about Contemporary Health Career Institute in Exton for information on Dental Assistant Training, or to learn more about our dental assisting program.
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Contemporary Health Career Institute
Class Hours
Classes held on Sunday: 9:00 am- 5:30 pm
Contact an Enrollment Coordinator at Admissions@chcicareer.com for 1:1 Meeting availability or schedule online.