For over 25 years, KDM Dental College has been dedicated to helping its students build better lives and careers as Dental Assistants. KDM Dental College is proud to be accredited by the Commission On Dental Accreditation of Canada.
This offer applies for classes starting in May only.
For aspiring career seekers, KDM Dental College offers students a premium standard of education, in an accelerated 28-week program delivered by the only diploma granting education provider in Alberta that is dedicated exclusively to the dental health profession.
Did you know? The KDM Dental Placement Agency does not charge its clients when they hire KDM graduates, FT or PT, within 6 months of their graduation, giving our graduates an additional resource into the job market.
REQUEST INFORMATION“Every minute, every day it's worth it. If you take it seriously, if it is your goal, you want to get a profession and you want to be good at, if you really care about it, this achievement is just awesome."
Anastasiia, 2020 Alumni
REQUEST INFORMATION“There are so many different aspects of the work that I like, that are so fun and so interesting."
Carmen, 2012 Alumni
REQUEST INFORMATION"I learned quick because everything is hands on. And I liked it because it was organized work, clean, and you always need to be a step ahead - and that's my personality."
Brenda, 2020 Alumni
We are proud to offer our students the opportunity to obtain a college diploma and begin their careers as a Dental Assistant in 28 weeks. We offer a rigorous program that combines an accelerated schedule with a student-centred academic approach of a successful private career college.
We offer 3 classes per year in both our Calgary and Edmonton campuses. Upcoming start dates are as follows:
September 2024
September 03, 2024 - March 28, 2025
November 2024
November 26, 2024 - June 20, 2025
March 2025
March 04, 2025 - September 12, 2025
September 2025
September 02, 2025 – March 27, 2026
November 2025
November 25, 2025 – June 19, 2026
March 2026
March 03, 2026 – September 11, 2026
Our program layout is listed below.
Weeks 1 - 12:
Theory instruction in classroom (252 hours: 3 days per week)
Weeks 13 - 24:
Clinic instruction in dental labs (426 hours: 5 days per week)
Weeks 25 - 28:
Practicum period (minimum 150 hours)
KDM Dental College is a fully accredited Career College for training Dental Assistants. This means that our program is regularly reviewed for compliance with the highest academic standards set forth by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. Our accreditation also allows our graduates to obtain provisional registration with the College of Alberta Dental Assistants thereby allowing them to begin their careers while awaiting NDAEB exam results. Finally, subject to provincial regulations, our graduates are eligible to practice across Canada.
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REQUEST INFORMATIONAt KDM Dental College we understand there are many schools who offer the dental assisting program. That is why, since 1995, we are very proud to have had so many students choose our school to embark on their new career of dental assisting. We encourage prospective students to consider the following questions when researching schools:
The total cost of the program is C$ 21,933. This is comprised of a registration fee (C$ 300), book fees (C$ 820), and remaining tuition due on the first day of classes (C$ 20,813). If the student has confirmed Student Aid funding, approximately 40% of tuition due on the first day of classes may be deferred to the second Student Aid disbursement.
Please note: Students are responsible for other costs not paid to the school including their registration fee for the NDAEB, Provincial registration dues, uniform, etc. Books must be purchased from KDM and each student must have their own books.
The total cost for programs commencing after August 01, 2025 is C$ 23,033. This is comprised of a registration fee (C$ 300), book fees (C$ 920), and remaining tuition due on the first day of classes (C$ 21,813). If the student has confirmed Student Aid funding, approximately 40% of tuition due on the first day of classes may be deferred to the second Student Aid disbursement.
Please note: Students are responsible for other costs not paid to the school including their registration fee for the NDAEB, Provincial registration dues, uniform, etc. Books must be purchased from KDM and each student must have their own books.
There are many great sources available to help you finance your education!
Students may apply for loans from provincial and federal governments.
Students are also encouraged to apply for scholarships or grants. When doing so, you are automatically assessed for the Canada Student Grant. Students should read the terms and conditions of the scholarships and grants for which they are applying.
Lastly, most major financial institutions offer student lines of credit to qualifying post-secondary students. If you are considering obtaining a student line of credit, we encourage you to speak to multiple institutions and determine the best option for yourself.
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