Serving Kingston, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Lebanon

COMPETITIVE EDGE DENTAL ASSISTING ACADEMY, LLC

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What Sets Us Apart

Actual experience sitting chairside with the dentist seeing REAL patients and using up-to-date technology DURING clinic time! Other programs rely on you to get this experience during externship hours.
Introduction to modern technology including digital x-rays, CAD/CAM digital scanning, CBCT radiographs, etc.

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OUR LOCATIONS

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Chattanooga

Course Start Date:
January 25, 2027

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Kingston

Course Start Date:
January 19, 2027

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Lebanon

Course Start Date:
TBD

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Knoxville

Course Start Date:
Spring 2027 TBA

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ABOUT US

WHY BECOME A DENTAL ASSISTANT?

High potential job growth projected within the dental field. Enticing financial incentives. Flexibility to work FT or PT. Variety of jobs within the dental field. Stepping stone to other Jobs.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

What does a Dental Assistant do? What Personality Traits are Well Suited to Becoming a Successful Dental Assistant? What does our 8 week Dental Assistant Training Program entail? Transferability of credits? How to Become a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)?

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WHY CHOOSE COMPETITIVE EDGE?

Hands-on learning in a state-of-the-art facility. Payment options without credit checks to make your career goals within your reach! Friendly instructors who practice within the dental field; prepare you with the knowledge to be successful!

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TUITION & REGISTRATION

We are committed to making your education easy and affordable! We offer options that don’t require a credit check and have 100% approval rates. Our registration is simple, so that you can get started on your new career path today!

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8 WEEK ACCELERATED DENTAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Training in Knoxville, Chattanooga, Kingston, & Lebanon

Our Accelerated 8-week Dental Assisting Program is a full-time course designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dental field.

With a combination of hands-on clinical training and in-depth lectures, you’ll learn everything from dental anatomy and radiography to infection control, patient communication, and procedural setup—plus, your required externships outside of clinic time allows you to gain real-world experience in a variety of dental specialties, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

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Program Details

ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS

    
 
 
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   Kyxrah 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. CEDAA was the best decision to make right after high school along with college! 100% would this be a recommend on my behalf to high schoolers. Instructors were very thorough and I am so appreciative to have gotten to work in such a great environment!
  
 
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   Stephen DiMaria 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Competitive edge is a great program for someone who is looking for a new career path. Having hands on training with real patients helps you build a great foundation for your new dental career. I am so grateful for all the instructors guidance and expertise through out these weeks.
  
 
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   Madison Wilder 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. CEDAA is a great school to become an RDA. You get hands on experience through clinic days with Dr. Walmsley and extern at other offices. If you’re thinking about becoming an RDA I highly recommend enrolling here! They truly prepare and shape you into a great dental assistant. Dee, Tab, Amanda and Jessica are the best!
  
 
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   Tayler Jenkins 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is an amazing 8 week course, full of all the knowledge you need to start your dental assisting career! You actually get to work hands on with the doctor, his assistant, and their patients! The instructors are amazing and incredibly helpful! Can not recommend CEDA enough!
  
 
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   Raylie Bush 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. CEDAA is a great program if you want to become an RDA. It’s an 8 week program that is very hands-on. All of the instructors are great and they go above and beyond to ensure you’re job-ready. If you’re looking for a good job that requires little schooling I highly recommended this program!
  
 
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   Brooklynn Evans 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are looking for a great job but don’t want to go to school for a long time then this is the place for you. You get hands on experience with patients, technology, skills, and more. You learn so much in the 8 weeks you are here. The staff is great and they make sure you understand every thing. This is a great program if you are looking to become an RDA!
  
 
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   katie chambers 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. CEDAA is a great 8 week program! I wasn’t sure about going back to school, but I’m so happy I did. I learned a lot from some amazing instructors.
  
 
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   Addison Berrier 
 October 22, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This dental assisting school was great! All the instructors were very helpful and made sure we all learned as much as we could in 8 weeks. I would recommend this program to anyone wanting to get a good job with short schooling!
  
 
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   Lydia Roberts 
 July 23, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you're looking to get into the dental field, I highly recommend this school. This fast pace class is perfect for anyone who has doubts about going back to school.  I loved learning, and getting lots of hands on experience from clinicals and externship. Going to this school was the best decision ever, thanks to these amazing teachers.
  
 
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   Hailey Beck 
 July 19, 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend CEDAA enough. I have enjoyed every second of this course and can’t wait to apply the knowledge I’ve gained throughout my career. Through hands on experience and having the opportunity to work chair side with Dr. Walmsley allowed me to grow my confidence and apply what we learned in lecture. Each and every instructor is absolutely amazing and created a fun and positive learning environment. They truly want to see you succeed and teach you everything you need to know. Thank you CEDAA for a great experience!!!🦷🫶🏻

SMILES FOR RECOVERY

Our Nonprofit Partner

Their missions is to empower individuals in recovery from substance abuse by providing transformative dental care, dedicated to restoring confidence through new smiles & creating opportunities for dental professionals to grow & learn in the reconstructive dentistry.

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