
Hands-On Dental Assistant Training in Grand Junction, CO
If you’re interested in dental care and looking to break into a rewarding career (without spending years in school), practical Dental Assistant career training could be a great fit.
Skilled Dental Assistants perform a variety of tasks that range from patient care and taking X-Rays to administrative office duties. Professionals in this field help dental appointments to run smoothly, put patients at ease and ultimately assist others to put their best face forward.

Hands-On Dental Labs
Externship Opportunity
Job Placement Support
Get the Skills to Become a Dental Assistant
The Dental Assistant program from IntelliTec College provides the hands-on training, real-world experience and ongoing personalized support it takes to pursue Dental Assistant certification and a rewarding healthcare career in just 10.5 months*.
You’ll Learn:
- Chairside Assisting – patient positioning, instrument usage, and anesthetics
- Office Administration – billing and coding, dental charting, and management software
- Recognition of Dental Materials – composites, amalgam and bases and liners
- Dental Radiography Practices – processing, mounting and safety procedures
- Specialized Applications – periodontics, orthodontics and endodontics
As a student in an IntelliTec College Dental Assistant program, you’ll gain both the administrative and clinical skills to move into an entry-level position in Dental Assisting.

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Why Train to Become an Dental Assistant
MEANINGFUL WORK
As a Dental Assistant, you play a hands-on role in patient care—supporting oral health and helping people feel confident in their smiles and themselves. Step into a vital role where you are the first face patients see and the trusted hand that guides them through their most anxious moments.
RELIABLE HOURS
The majority of Dental Assistants work daytime hours during the week. In this career you can enjoy a steady, reliable schedule that allows you the opportunity to balance your life around your work commitments.
The Heart of Dental Office
Dentists, Orthodontists and Oral Surgeons value the supportive role of Dental Assistants in their clinics. Professionals in this field ensure dental offices are organized and prepared in advance for each patient. Their administrative and clinical roles are integral to the operations of a dental office.
Active Workplace
In this career you’ll perform a wide variety of different tasks every day from direct patient care to office duties. You’ll likely never be stuck doing the same thing day in and day out. In addition to the variety of tasks you’ll perform, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with and help a wide array of people each day.
Why Dental Assistant School At IntelliTec College
Real-World Experience
This program offers hands-on dental labs and externships. You’ll be working with other students in equipped dental labs while you learn the skills you need for your new career such as: chairside practices, equipment sterilization, dental molds, dental x-ray procedures, dental administration, dental records and more.
Dental Assistant Certifications
As a graduate of the IntelliTec College Dental Assistant program, you’ll be fully prepared to sit for the following certifications:
National Entry Level Dental Assistant Exam through the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB)
- Infection Control
- Radiology
- Anatomy & Physiology
After Graduation
Your training at IntelliTec College will prepare you for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) exam. Please note that 3500 hours of general chairside office training is required before taking the exam.
Learn from Experienced Dental Professionals
Our Dental Assistant instructors are all experienced professionals who know exactly what it takes to succeed on the job. They are dedicated to helping new professionals get the skills they need to get established in their healthcare careers.
Ongoing Career Services
IntelliTec’s Career Services team is committed to helping you before and after graduation! Our team provides current students and graduates with the resources they need to market themselves effectively and become sought-after employees.
Financial Aid Available for Those Who Qualify
We’re dedicated to helping remove barriers between you and the future you want. Knowledgeable Financial Aid Representatives can work with you to help you explore your options and determine the funding opportunities that may be available for you.
Next Class Starts June 29, 2026!
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✓ Career Prospects
✓ Start Dates
✓ Tuition Costs
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Career Opportunities
Qualified Dental Assistants work in dental offices, oral surgery centers and public healthcare facilities. With experience, you may choose to work in a specialty field such as oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, dentofacial orthopedics, endodontic, periodontics, prosthodontics and pediatric dentistry clinics.
Nationally, employment of Dental Assistants is projected to grow 6% between 2024-2034, much faster than average for all occupations.** The projected employment growth in this field is even higher in Colorado at 13%.***
What Our Graduates Say
Is a Career as a Dental Assistant Right for You?
If you’re curious about a future in healthcare and training to be a Dental Assistant, fill out the form to get a closer look at life at IntelliTec College.
You’ll receive details about the program, and one of our friendly Admissions Representatives will be available to help you explore your options, answer your questions, and see if this path feels like the right fit for you.
For immediate questions, give us a call at:
- Grand Junction: 970-297-0134
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*Program length when completed as designed.
**Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics – https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-assistants.htm#tab-6
***Source: O*Net Local Trends:https://www.onetonline.org/link/localtrends/31-9091.00?st=CO,s (reviewed May 2026)

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