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ACI Medical & Dental School
About ACI Medical & Dental School
ACI Medical & Dental School has been training and placing healthcare professionals in Central New Jersey since 2005. Now celebrating 20 years in operation, the school has built a reputation for hands-on instruction, experienced faculty, and a genuine commitment to student success. ACI recently relocated to a state-of-the-art facility at 215 Broad Street in Eatontown, NJ, giving students access to modern equipment and training environments.
With an 89% employment rate among recent graduates and an 82% graduation rate, ACI's outcomes speak to the quality of training students receive. Credentialing is provided through the National Healthcareer Association, giving graduates industry-recognized certifications to launch their careers.
Career Support Built In
Students at ACI have access to a dedicated Career Assistance Program designed to help graduates find employment after completing their training. From job search guidance to connections with employer partners, ACI supports students beyond the classroom and into their new careers.
Available Program
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Dental Assistant
ACI Medical & Dental School's Dental Assistant Training program prepares students for a hands-on career supporting dentists and dental teams in a variety of clinical and administrative capacities. The program includes a Dental Radiology license, giving graduates a key credential needed to perform one of the most common responsibilities in any dental office - administering and processing x-rays.
The program is available in both day and evening formats. The daytime schedule runs Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm and Friday from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, completing in 14 weeks plus a 180-hour internship. The evening schedule meets Monday through Thursday from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm and spans 35 weeks plus the internship.
Students who complete the program receive certification in radiation health and safety through the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB) and a Dental Radiology license through the New Jersey Environmental Protection Agency. Training takes place in an on-site laboratory equipped with state-of-the-art dental equipment.
Day program students complete a 180-hour internship in a working dental office as part of their training, building real-world experience alongside licensed professionals before entering the workforce.
Common responsibilities of a Dental Assistant include:
- Assisting dentists during intra-oral procedures
- Exposing and processing dental x-rays
- Sterilizing instruments and managing tray set-ups
- Communicating with and supporting patients throughout their visit
- Updating and maintaining patient electronic health records
- Managing front office duties and dental practice operations
- Applying dental terminology, anatomy, and infection control protocols
Graduates are prepared to pursue roles including General Dental Assistant, Pediatric Dental Assistant, Surgical Dental Assistant, Dental Radiology Technician, and Oral Surgery Assistant, with pathways to advance into roles such as office manager, dental hygienist, or dental sales representative.
The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and approved by the New Jersey Department of Education and Labor. Programs are also approved for VA benefits through the Post-9/11 GI Bill, and Title IV financial aid is available for eligible day programs.
Campus Location
215 Broad Street
Eatontown,