The Full Story
About US
Welcome to Cardinal Academy, where we prepare aspiring dental assistants for a successful career in dentistry. Our college offers hands-on training led by experienced dental professionals with years of combined expertise. We are dedicated to providing students with the skills necessary to excel in the dental field.
Register today for upcoming classes! We have 12-weeks program available. Learn from industry experts that will help you soar into your new career as an entry level Dental Assistant.
LAB TRAINING WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
ITERO
PRIME SCAN
DEXUS
3D TRIOS
MEDIT
OUR PROGRAM
​LICENSED, NOT ACCREDITED
​We are licensed through the NC proprietary schools, a subsidiary of NC Community Colleges. While we are not accredited, students who successfully complete the program will receive a Dental Assisting (DA) designation.
​ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
We accept high school students who pass our entry test, Wonderlic. The test cost is $50 for potential students under the age of 18.
GRADUATION DOCUMENTS
No official graduation documents will be issued until successful proof of high school completion is provided.
X-RAY
Our program provides state-approved X-ray training under the Board of NC Dental Examiners.
TRAINING AND ENVIRONMENT
HANDS ON TRAINING
We believe the best way to learn is through practice. Our training is built around real tasks, real tools, and real situations—so you don’t just understand the work, you can actually do it.​
REAL WORLD ENVIRONMENT
Training takes place in a functioning dental office setting, giving you exposure to how things work day-to-day. This helps you transition smoothly into the workforce with confidence.
SHARED SPACE
Real world setting, our students learn in an actual dental environment. More hands on skills that set them apart from other schools.