The Butte County Office of Education's Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program is the no-cost solution for training tomorrow’s dental professionals—now available for employers in the Northern California area looking to hire and for those currently employed in a Dental Office as well as career-seekers looking to upskill anywhere in California.

  • No cost to the apprentice
  • Earn while you learn
  • Hands-on experience with local dental offices
  • Prepares apprentices for the CA State Board to become a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
For Career Seekers with no experience:
  • Are you passionate about helping others and interested in a healthcare career with strong job prospects? Consider becoming a Dental Assistant—a crucial member of any dental care team.
  • Dental Assistants work closely with Dentists to ensure smooth office operations, provide high-quality patient care, and contribute to the overall success of dental practice.
For those currently employed in a Dental Office: 
  • Advance your career with no-cost, hands-on training designed to build your skills while earning a paycheck.
  • This Earn As You Learn opportunity supports your journey to becoming a Registered Dental Assistant — all while working and growing in a real clinical setting.
For Employers:
  • Looking to grow your dental practice with skilled, motivated professionals—or ready to upskill a current employee?
  • Partner with us to develop a pipeline of qualified Dental Assistants, trained to meet your office’s needs while you invest in your community’s workforce.
Contact Info
Meredith Henrick, Program Coordinator - CTE/Apprenticeships
[email protected] 
530-879-7462 ext. 1212
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Butte County Office of Education will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. The Butte County Office of Education will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.