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Cumberland Academy of Dental Assisting

At Cumberland Academy of Dental Assisting, we designed our 4 week, hybrid program to give students the flexibility they need without sacrificing real clinical experience. 

CADA students receive hands-on training inside an active dental practice while completing online coursework on their own schedule. This means you can learn from your couch and the classroom! 

4-Week Dental Assisting Course
Continuing Education Courses

Explore Our Class Options

Hybrid Dental Assisting Course

Complete your dental assisting certification through a flexible hybrid program that combines online coursework with real clinical experience. 

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Online N2O Monitoring

This flexible online course allows students to complete training on their own schedule while gaining the knowledge required to meet Tennessee certification requirements.

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Coronal Polishing

Designed for dental assistants seeking expanded functions certification, this hybrid course combines convenient online learning with hands-on clinical instruction to prepare students to safely and confidently perform coronal polishing procedures.  

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Sealant Application

Expand your clinical skills and grow your dental career with CADA’s Tennessee Board-approved Sealant Certification Course. 

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A Flexible Hybrid Program Designed Around Your Schedule

    Complete weekly coursework and assignments from home on your own schedule

    Attend hands-on training sessions inside our classroom and a real dental office where you’ll learn  chairside assisting, radiology, sterilization, patient care, and more ~

    Meet Our Team

    Dr. Jack Stalker

    Dr. Jack Stalker

    Dr. Jack Stalker is a native Tennessean raised in Knoxville. After four years of college at Carson Newman College in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Dr. Jack attended dental school at the University of Tennessee, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Realizing his enjoyment of working…

    Dr. Jack Stalker is a native Tennessean raised in Knoxville. After four years of college at Carson Newman College in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Dr. Jack attended dental…

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    Stephanie Diaz

    Stephanie Diaz

    Stephanie is a bilingual dental assistant and dedicated instructor with a passion for developing the next generation of dental professionals. With a strong foundation in clinical excellence and patient care, she brings real-world experience into the classroom. Known for her professionalism, organization, and positive attitude, Stephanie creates an engaging, supportive learning environment…

    Stephanie is a bilingual dental assistant and dedicated instructor with a passion for developing the next generation of dental professionals. With a strong foundation in clinical excellence and patient care, she brings…

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    Lori Hoge

    Lori Hoge

    With nearly 20 years experience in the field of dental, her passion for all thing dentistry has only grown. Having worked in most dental specialties, she has come to realize that she loves the role of instructor the most. Working in the classroom not only allows her the opportunity to share her enthusiasm with the…

    With nearly 20 years experience in the field of dental, her passion for all thing dentistry has only grown. Having worked in most dental specialties, she has come to realize that she loves the role…

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    Book a tour to meet with our team and tour the classroom

    Choose which 4-week course block you want to attend

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    Begin your journey to becoming a Registered Dental Assistant

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