Hands-On Dental Assisting
Training Bootcamp
Get the real-world skills you need to launch your dental career — fast.
Hands-On Dental Assistant Bootcamp Georgia School of Dental Assisting (GSDA)
Turn Online Learning Into Real-World Confidence
Ready to go beyond the screen and practice your skills in a real dental office?
The GSDA Dental Assistant Bootcamp gives you hands-on experience that brings your online training to life.
In just a few short sessions, you’ll work side-by-side with experienced dental professionals, mastering the tools, techniques, and confidence you need to start working immediately after certification.
This program is the perfect complement to our online dental assisting course — combining the flexibility of online study with the power of hands-on practice.
✅ Real Dental Office Experience
You’ll work in a fully equipped dental office — not a classroom simulation — so you gain firsthand experience in real procedures, patient interaction, and teamwork.
✅ Master the Skills Employers Want
Our hands-on dental assistant training focuses on the skills that make you job-ready:
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Chairside assisting
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X-ray certification and radiology techniques
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Taking dental impressions
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Infection control and sterilization
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Charting and patient management
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Instrument setup and tray organization
✅ Learn from Experienced Instructors
Our instructors are practicing dental professionals who bring years of real-world experience into your training sessions. You’ll get insider tips, personal feedback, and mentorship every step of the way.
✅ Short, Affordable, and Career-Ready
Our Bootcamp was designed for busy adults — complete your hands-on training in just a few focused days, at a fraction of the cost of traditional programs.
Who Should Enroll in the Dental Assistant Bootcamp?
This program is ideal for:
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Students currently enrolled in the GSDA Online Dental Assistant Certification Course
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Graduates looking to gain practical experience before entering the workforce
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Students wanting their X-ray Certification
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Anyone who wants to gain confidence with dental tools and patient procedures
You’ll leave the Bootcamp ready to walk into a dental office and start assisting from day one.
What You’ll Learn in the GSDA Bootcamp
Each Bootcamp is a focused, small-group experience designed to give you maximum exposure to the real work of a dental assistant.
You’ll receive step-by-step instruction and guided practice in:
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Dental chair setup and breakdown
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Patient positioning and comfort techniques
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Sterilization and infection control procedures
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Radiology (X-ray Certification) and imaging
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Impressions, materials, and lab work
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Charting and office communication
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Instrument identification and preparation
You’ll also learn professional tips for improving speed, accuracy, and patient communication — the soft skills that make great assistants indispensable.
Where the Bootcamp Happens
Our hands-on training sessions take place at GSDA partner dental office in Woodstock, Georgia.
Each location is a fully functional clinical setting, so your experience mirrors what you’ll encounter on the job.
Flexible Scheduling That Fits Your Life
We know your schedule is busy — that’s why GSDA Bootcamp sessions are offered on select weekends throughout the year.
Choose the date that works best for you and complete your training in just a few days.
Upcoming classes are posted on our “Class Schedule” page with our next available class starting 02/21/2026.
Tuition & Enrollment
Bootcamp Tuition: $1050
Duration: 2 days of hands-on training
Format: In-person, small group
Location: GSDA partner office in Georgia
Graduate With Confidence
After completing your GSDA Online Dental Assistant Certification and Bootcamp training, you’ll be fully equipped to step into a dental practice with both the technical and professional skills needed to succeed.
Employers love GSDA graduates because they come prepared, confident, and capable — ready to contribute on day one.
Your Path to a Dental Career Starts Here
Start online. Train in person. Graduate with real experience.
That’s the GSDA advantage.
Join the hundreds of students who’ve launched their careers through our online + Bootcamp hybrid system — flexible, affordable, and proven to work.
What Students Ask About the Hands-On Bootcamp
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most common questions students ask about our hands-on dental assisting bootcamp in Woodstock, GA—and what to expect.
Our Bootcamp is a hands-on program held at our Woodstock location. Classes are typically offered on selected weekends. Upcoming dates are listed on our Class Schedule page. The next available start date is 02/21/2026.
Tuition for the in-person Bootcamp is $1050. Tuition includes all supplies, hands-on training, and your GSDA completion certificate.
You’ll get real, hands-on practice with:
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Chairside assisting
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Radiography positioning
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Impressions, models & lab skills
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Charting & documenting
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Sterilization / infection control
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Room setup, breakdown & workflow
This is designed to give you practical, job-ready experience.
You must have completed the GSDA Online course prior to joining a Bootcamp. Bootcamp is designed to expand on what you learn from the online course and give you hands-on real world experience.
Bootcamp builds real hands-on skills and confidence—two things dental offices look for when hiring. While no program can guarantee employment, many students feel more prepared to interview and start strong on day one.
Click “Enroll Now” to reserve your class date. You’ll be redirected to a secure Stripe checkout page where you can pay your deposit or full tuition.