- Level
- 1-Year Post Secondary Certificate
- CIP code
- 51.0601
- Duration
- 10 Months
- Open intakes
-
Off-shoreSep 2026, May 2027
- Field
- Dentistry and Dental Sciences
- Institution
- Public College
- Offer speed
- Fast Offer Speed5–7 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
The Dental Assisting certificate at SAIT in Calgary prepares you to be an essential part of the dental team in about 10 months. You’ll learn chairside assisting, dental procedures, radiography, infection control and patient care through hands-on clinical training.
You’ll graduate ready to work in dental clinics and offices. (Note: not currently PGWP-eligible.)
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for Indian students):
- Education: Completed Class 12 (10+2). For health programs you usually need Biology and/or Chemistry in Class 12.
- English test (any one): health programs usually need a higher score — IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), or equivalent PTE 60 / TOEFL iBT 86 / Duolingo 120.
Health certificates are competitive and seats for international students may be limited.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bachelor's degree marksheets & final certificate
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Updated CV / resume
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
- Dental Assistant
- Chairside Dental Assistant
- Dental Office Assistant
- Orthodontic Assistant
- Dental Clinic Aide
About Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
- Type
- College
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.7
- Reference No.
- O18761749692
