Dental Assisting Program – Fortis College, Indianapolis, Indiana

Brighten Smiles—and Your Future—with Fortis’ Dental Assisting Program

Can you envision a career where your skills make a visible difference every day? At Fortis College in Indianapolis, Indiana, our Dental Assisting Program combines hands-on training, clinical practice, and industry-focused instruction to prepare you for a rewarding role in oral healthcare. You’ll learn to assist chairside, support patient care, and handle administrative tasks with confidence, all while gaining the knowledge and experience that dental offices rely on. If you’re ready to turn your passion for helping others into a career that’s both meaningful and in demand, Fortis is here to help you start. Graduates of the Dental Assisting program are prepared to seek entry-level employment in the office of a licensed dentist. 

Why Choose Fortis College, Indianapolis campus for Your Dental Assisting Training?

  • Graduate in as Little as 48 Instructional Weeks
    The Fortis Dental Assisting certificate program and externship is structured to help you start your career quickly, with focused training and an externship that prepares you for real-world oral healthcare environments. 
  • Hybrid Learning for Flexibility and Experience
    The program’s hybrid format combines convenient online coursework with on-campus, hands-on learning, giving students the best of both worlds. Learn from experienced instructors who bring real-world expertise and a passion for student success.* 
  • Career Support and Local Connections
    Indianapolis is home to a diverse economy, heavily reliant on its manufacturing base but also host to a flourishing life sciences and healthcare sector. Our students enrolled in our Indianapolis, Indiana campus benefit from career services support, access to local job databases, and connections with local employers in communities across this region. They have access to personalized career guidance, résumé assistance, and connections to local employers in and around the metro region. Fortis’ passionate career services team is dedicated to helping students transition from training to employment.

What is the employment outlook?

Local job outlook information provides insight into occupational wage and employment trends associated with the campus area. The information is based on third-party labor-market data. Wage figures represent estimates for workers in the selected occupation and geographic area; they are not based on the earnings of Fortis graduates. Employment, salary and other career outcomes are not guaranteed.

Position in 46268
Entry-Level Salary Range
Projected Growth
Dental Assistants
$37,322
-28.0%
Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.
Source: Lightcast, using occupational information from O*NET and wage and employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024 wage data and 2024–2034 projections. O*NET® is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Lightcast modifications have not been reviewed, approved, endorsed or tested by USDOL/ETA.

Ready to take the next step toward a career that helps others smile with confidence?  Request information to learn how the Dental Assisting Program at Fortis College, Indianapolis can help you gain the skills and experience needed to find employment in an entry-level position in the dental field.

  • Who is FORTIS?

    FORTIS is a post-secondary network of colleges and institutes that engages students in a powerful learning and training experience for lifelong growth. With the addition of each new campus, Fortis now offers career-based certificate, diploma and degree-granting programs at more than 40 schools in 15 states.

    FORTIS College and FORTIS Institute campuses prepare students for careers in healthcare, nursing, medical, dental, business, information technology, massage, cosmetology and the skilled trades such as welding and HVAC.FORTIS College Online also offers online learning platforms for a variety of associate degree programs for adults and members of the military community.

  • What are the admission requirements?

    To qualify for admissions, in most cases you must be a high school graduate or its equivalent. All applicants are required to complete a personal information sheet. During a personal interview with our admissions staff, we will review your career goals to help you find the right program to fit your needs.

    Every individual will be given the opportunity to tour the facility, meet with Financial Aid, and enroll in the next available classes. Please contact your local campus Admission advisor for more information on admission requirements.

  • How much does the program cost?

    Tuition varies from program and campus. Speak with an admissions advisor for more details.

  • Is financial aid available?

    You've got obligations and responsibilities already, so financing your education is going to be a real concern. At FORTIS, we understand that. That's why FORTIS helps our students to learn about government and private loans and other financial aid options that are available to those who qualify to help finance the cost of building the foundation for your new career.

    • We work every day with working adults and career changers who have complex financial situations, and get them the information to help them to determine the financing for their education that will work the best for them.
    • We have financial aid offices on every campus so students can continue to find and act on important information they need to continue on their path to success
    • We are flexible and pragmatic in our approach. Our instructors, counselors, professors, and staff understand and will work with you if it becomes difficult to keep up your studies or if you need time off.
  • Does FORTIS help me find a job after graduation?

    At FORTIS, our Career Services professionals are committed to successfully supporting our graduates to secure employment in entry-level positions. Through career development, including professionalism, motivation, resume development, dress for success, interview coaching and the maintenance of ethical standards, we empower our graduates with the skills necessary to approach a job interview ready for success.

    FORTIS operates a Career Services Center at each campus to assist graduates with career placement. FORTIS provides graduate employment assistance. As graduation approaches, students get the opportunity to meet with the Director of Career Services during their last semester to discuss career services available for their individual job search. As a graduate, you will want employment that reflects your skills, training, and allows for professional growth and development. Career Services is committed to helping you find the right fit for you.

  • Is FORTIS accredited?

    If you’re looking for accredited colleges or vocational schools, you have come to the right place! While each campus varies in program offerings, accrediting bodies, and specific programmatic accreditations, all are institutionally accredited! Each of our colleges and institutes are institutionally accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies:

    • Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
    • Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
    • Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS)

    See each school's campus page or click on the CONSUMER INFO button on the right to view individual campus or programmatic accreditations.

Programs vary by state and campus. Not all programs are offered at all locations. Contact local campus for accreditation information.

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