3680 Pleasant Hill Rd.
Duluth, GA 30096
770.446.6464
770.446.5511 fax
email
2012 Schedule
Winter
Jan 7 – Mar 3
Spring
Mar 31– June 2
Summer
July 7 – Sept 8
Fall
Sept 22– Nov 10
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Frequently Asked Questions
on the Assistant Orthodontist Program
What is the role of an orthodontic assistant?
Orthodontic assistants benefit from having more one-on-one work with the patients. In addition to helping the orthodontist during adjustment appointments, they also take X-rays of the patient's teeth, make impressions for study models and take photographs for the orthodontist to study prior to giving his/her treatment evaluation. While a background in dentistry is very useful, it is not necessary in order to become a dental assistant.
Are orthodontic assistants in high demand?
Orthodontics is a business where you have to be specially trained to do your job; therefore, the demand for quality dental assistants is always high and continues to grow. The Orthodontic Assistant School of Atlanta (OASA) is one of few schools that can give you the valuable hands-on training you need to excel in the orthodontic industry.
What kind of salary do orthodontic assistants make?
As with any job, the salary or hourly wages of an dental assistant can vary based on experience and region.
Are there any prerequisites to taking this course?
You must be a high school graduate with a GPA of 2.0 or higher to enroll for our orthodontic assistant training courses. You are also required to submit a completed application, letter of recommendation, handwritten statement on why you want to become a dental assistant and your current high school or college transcript.
Can I attend the course even if I currently work for an orthodontist?
Yes. Your employer can send us a letter of recommendation if you currently work for a practice.
Is the OASA a licensed institution?
Yes. We are licensed by the Georgia Commission of Nonpublic Post-Secondary Education.
How much is training for a dental assistant at OASA?
The tuition for the orthodontic assisting course is $1,600, which includes all necessary supplies, instruments and study materials.
What are my payment options?
We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express, as well as personal check or cashier's check.
Where is the OASA?
OASA classes are conducted at a practicing orthodontic office, Pickron Orthodontic Care, in Duluth, Georgia; only a few minutes from Atlanta, Georgia.
What are some details about the dental assistant training school course?
Classes meet once per week on Saturdays, although we recommend setting aside a significant amount of time to allot for studying your materials at home. The class also includes 18 hours of clinical in a practicing orthodontic office. The class will last for eight weeks. While there is no certain uniform to wear to the course, we prefer you wear clothes appropriate to the orthodontic profession (medical scrubs, white shoes, etc.)
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