🦷 Orthodontic Assisting Certificate

Become a Certified Orthodontic Assistant
in Just 10 Weeks.

West Mountain offers one of Utah's only dedicated Orthodontic Assisting Certificates — included in our accelerated hybrid program. No 2-year degree required.

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✅ X-Ray Certified ✅ CPR Certified ✅ 10-Week Program ✅ Small Class Sizes ✅ Utah Based

What Skills You'll Gain

Our program teaches you the hands-on skills orthodontic offices need most:

Placing and removing brackets
Working with archwires
Taking digital impressions
Assisting with clear aligner treatments
Guiding patients through their orthodontic journey

You'll leave with the certification and real-world confidence to work in any ortho setting.

One of Utah's only dedicated Orthodontic Assisting Certificates — included in a single 10-week program.

A Specialization Most Programs Don't Offer

Most dental assisting programs skip orthodontics entirely. West Mountain built it in — so you graduate with a specialized credential that sets you apart in every interview, especially in ortho and multi-specialty practices.

Everything You Need to Know

10 wks

To earn your Orthodontic Assisting Certificate

Total certifications included in one program

98%

Of graduates working in dentistry

40 hrs

Of real clinical experience included

What's Included in Your 10-Week Program

✓ Orthodontic Assisting Certificate — one of Utah's only dedicated programs
✓ Hybrid format — only 4 in-person classes required
✓ 40 hours of real clinical experience
✓ 5 total certifications in one 10-week program
✓ 98% of graduates working in dentistry
✓ Payment plans available
✓ New classes start every month

Real Students. Real Results.

"I specifically wanted to work in ortho. West Mountain was the only program in Utah that gave me that certificate. It opened doors immediately."

Jessica P.

Graduate, 2025

"Having an ortho specialization on my resume got me hired at a multi-specialty practice. Most applicants didn't have it."

Nicole A.

Graduate, 2025

Ready to Specialize in Orthodontics?

Call 801-610-1146 or enroll below. Next class starts March 13, 2026 — only 8 spots.