College Certificate – Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting program trains students to become vital members of the dental healthcare team, assisting dentists and hygienists in chair-side procedures, managing clinic operations, and providing patient-centered education on oral health.

• Core Skills & Training: Covers clinic operations, intra-oral procedures, patient education, dental radiographs, selective rubber cup polishing, and fluoride application.

• Delivery & Practicum: Classroom and clinical learning are conducted directly on SAIT campus in a dental clinic setting, followed by an unpaid clinical practicum at a dental office.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $47,446/yr (Range: $36K – $65K) | 2,130 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $49,274/yr (Range: $36K – $67K) | 192 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Academic Background:

• Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

• Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Language Requirements:

• Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

• Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Ineligibility: This program is NOT eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The PGWP Program enables graduates to gain valuable Canadian work experience based on fields corresponding to long-term occupational shortages.

IRCC Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students are advised to check eligibility criteria on the official IRCC website.

General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.