What Is It Known For?
Indiana Dental Assistant School operates from three Indianapolis locations: Avon, Edgewood, and Northeast. The school started with a simple mission to train dental assistants without putting them in debt or requiring long years of study.
While specific enrollment numbers aren’t publicly available, interested students can contact any of their locations for current class sizes and start dates.
Degrees & Certifications
Indiana Dental Assistant School only offers the dental assistant school program which takes around 12 weeks to complete.
Class Schedules
Indiana Dental Assistant School offers flexible scheduling with classes running from morning through evening, starting at 8 am and ending at 6 pm. Students can learn through a mix of online and in-person training, completing coursework and study modules at home while practicing hands-on skills during weekend sessions.
The program also includes a 40-hour externship where students work in actual dental offices, building confidence and real-world skills under instructor supervision.
Is It Legit?
There is no information about the school’s accreditation status. Students should contact Indiana Dental Assistant School directly to learn about its current accreditation status.
Acceptance Rate
While specific acceptance rates aren’t publicly available, the school likely has basic enrollment requirements for incoming students. We recommend reaching out to the school directly to learn more about these requirements.
How Much Does Tuition Cost?
Indiana Dental Assistant School offers several payment options to fit different budgets. Students can pay the full tuition of $3,350 upfront, which is the most popular choice. For those preferring installments, two 12-week plans are available: one with a $1,450 deposit and $183.33 weekly payments, or another with a $450 deposit and $266.67 weekly payments.
For added flexibility, the school provides an online payment calculator where students can customize their weekly payment schedule to match their financial situation.
Programs & Courses
Healthcare
- Dental Assistant
Campus Locations
Indianapolis 7393 Business Center Dr., Ste. 400 Indianapolis, IN 46250
Indianapolis 5935 S. Emerson Ave. Ste 200 Indianapolis, IN 46237
Indianapolis 7265 N. Shadeland Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46250
Reviews
Based on local Google reviews, the Indiana Dental Assistant School – Edgewood has received mixed feedback, with several negative reviews highlighting serious issues. The school’s owner has responded to many of the critiques, encouraging frustrated students to contact them directly.
Overall Score: 3.0/5 Stars
Common Praises
Job Assistance: One reviewer had a “Great assistance with job search.”
Flexibility and Price: A student mentioned the “flexible hybrid hours, knowledgeable instructors, great price includig RHS exam and super friendly Admissions team!”
Supportive Environment: One reviewer shared a positive experience, stating they were “nervous” at first but gained “so much confidence” to start working, and that the “advisors” and “instructors” were helpful.
Common Criticisms
Outdated Equipment and Inconsistent Instruction: A major complaint is the “old and outdated” equipment in the lab. One student reported that instructors were inconsistent and one even made the class “watch youtube videos the whole class while she sat on facetime with her boyfriend.”
Issues with Radiology License and Credentials: A significant number of negative reviews center around the difficulty of obtaining their radiology permit or license after completing the program. One reviewer stated they were unable to get their radiology permit, which affected their ability to get a job after graduation. Another student paid for the course but was only sent an email with instructions on how to obtain their license, calling the program “bogus.”
Lack of Support and Communication: Some reviewers felt they received “No help from anyone” and had issues with poor communication from the school’s staff. One student mentioned being unable to get a clear explanation of the steps needed to get their license.
Momentum
The reviews show a recent decline in sentiment, with all of the most recent feedback from the past year being negative and focused on serious issues with the program. The most recent reviews from a month and a few months ago detail issues with broken equipment and a failure to receive radiology permits, which directly impacts job prospects. In contrast, the positive reviews are all from a year ago. The school’s public-facing materials state that the program’s tuition is around $3,000 and the curriculum is designed to be hands-on and completed in 12 weeks. The website also states that classes are held inside a working dental office. While this model is praised by some, the recent negative reviews suggest that the execution of this model has been inconsistent, leading to frustration and a sense of a lack of return on investment for some students.