Registered Dental Assistant

Enrollment for the Dental RDA program is currently closed

Please fill out the Interest Form for to be considered for the next term which starts on February 2026

Registered Dental Assistant

Our Program

Clinical Externship

12 Month Program

New State Of The Art Skills Practice Lab

During The Course You Will Cover:

  • Coronal

  • Polishing

  • Radiology

  • Ultrasonic Scaling

  • Pit and

  • Fissue Sealants

  • Health Care Provider CPR

  • Infection Control

  • California Law

High School Students

Adult

Program Eligibility

16 years of age minimum or junior in high school.

Attend an orientation.​​ See dates below.

High School Counselor Recommendation.

*** See your High School Counselor NOW! ***

Acceptance into the program.

18 years of age or older. ​

CASAS pre- and post-assessments are required after acceptance into the program.

We are building the Interest List for the next group of Adult Registered Dental Assistant.

Complete the Interest form now!

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Standard Class Day

Monday - Friday

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

See your high school counselor for details.

Monday - Friday

7:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Program begins February 2025 and ends February 2026

Program Fees*

No cost for Hesperia Unified School District students.

$6250* payable by cashiers check or money order. You have the option to pay online (fees apply)

Additional Eligibility

  • No tongue or face piercing.

  • No visible tattoos.

  • No acrylic nails.

  • No drugs or alcohol use allowed at any time.

  • Plan on being employed in a dental related job soon after completion.

  • Must attend class during your assigned time during Hesperia calendar. Program extends into June.

  • If you are pregnant, you must have a note from your doctor giving you permission to take xrays, perform CPR

    and work with the chemicals in the lab using protective equipment.

Next Orientation

High School Student Orientation for Registered Dental Assistant:

There are no scheduled orientation dates at this time.

Questions?

Call (760) 244-1771 ext 5168

Adult Orientation for Registered Dental Assistant:

There are no scheduled orientation dates at this time.

If you are interested in the program, complete the Interest Form below:

Complete the Interest form now!

Questions?

Call (760) 244-1771 option 3

Additional Information

Supplies - Each student is responsible for purchasing paper, notebooks, and personal supplies for the class.

Books - Provided

Uniforms - Ceil Blue uniforms are provided.

Vaccination - You must receive the 3 shot series of the Hepatitis B vaccine and a TB Test. Bring a copy of these shots on the first day of class.

Health Guidelines - California Department of Public Health guidelines for schools are in effect.

Supplies - Each student is responsible for purchasing paper, notebooks, and personal supplies for the class.

Books - (Adults) Purchase books online once you receive an acceptance letter. You must order the complete set of three books from the vendor online. No books are available for purchase on site.

Uniforms - (Adults) Ceil Blue. Uniforms are purchased at the school with the Bookkeeper. The cost of the uniforms is $40.00 per uniform (small - Xlarge),$45 XXL or larger paid with cashiers check or money order only.

Vaccination - You must receive the 3 shot series of the Hepatitis B vaccine and a TB Test. Bring a copy of these shots on the first day of class.

Health Guidelines - California Department of Public Health guidelines for schools are in effect.

Meet the Instructors

Kelly Schoffstall

Kelly Schoffstall

 Instructor

As a  graduate from our Hesperia Dental Assisting program nearly 20 years ago, Kelly  began her career as a Registered Dental Assistant. After working as an RDA for 7 years, Kelly went on to continue her education and became a Registered Dental Hygienist. After numerous years of working in the dental field as a chairside clinician, Kelly took  courses to become a teacher in the dental field and is ecstatic to share her many years of dental knowledge and experience with students.  Kelly obtained her CTE credential in Health Science and Medical Technology from Los Angeles County of Education. Kelly is looking forward to watching her students excel and move on into a bright future in the dental field.

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Susan Dahn

Susan Dahn

 Instructor

Susan graduated from the Dental Assisting class in 1980 and earned her RDA license in 1982. She worked in the industry from 1980 to 1994 where she held dental assisting, RDA and office manager positions. Susan attended Cal Poly Pomona to obtain her CTE Teaching Credential. She began teaching in 1994. Susan was honored with the teacher of the year from San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools and Hesperia Unified School District. Susan is the Past President of the California Association of Dental Assisting Teachers (CADAT).  Currently serving as Treasurer. Her favorite part of teaching is seeing her students employed at local dental offices.  ​

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