Information About Our Program

Regulation

Our program is a beacon of excellence and quality in dental assistant education. Rest assured, your educational journey is supported by a strong foundation of credibility and excellence.

This institution is regulated  by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. 

Program Structure

Unlock the doors to a comprehensive and blended curriculum that seamlessly integrates online learning with invaluable in-person sessions.

Your pathway consists of:

• 10 Remarkable Weeks: A fast-tracked, intensive program designed to catapult you into your new career.
• Flexible Scheduling: Classes convene twice a week, on Thursday and Thursday, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm or Saturday and Sunday, accommodating your unique needs and schedule.
• Hands-on Experience: Dive deep into real-world dental assisting practices with engaging laboratory and operatory exercises.

Blended Learning Experience

Harness the power of online and offline worlds:

• Online Convenience: Engage with 25 hours of captivating online content, accessible anytime, ensuring flexibility and convenience.
• In-Person Mastery: Revel in 80 immersive in-person hours, fostering a space for practical mastery and enriched learning experiences.

Admission Criteria

Our doors are open to passionate individuals ready to soar. Here are the only requirements:

• Age: students should be over 18 years of age.
• Educational Qualifications: a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Career-Ready Certifications

Certification is important for potential employers as they seek to hire qualified candidates. We understand the importance of certification and are confident in the preparation provided to our graduates. For the Dental Assisting National Board students will need to qualify test, have a written exam to the DANB and radiology, in addition to 3,500 work hours.

Robust Support System

We stand by you, not just as educators, but as unwavering supporters of your dream:

• Job Application Assistance: Benefit from personalized coaching, resume crafting, and remarkable interview preparation.
• Salary Negotiation Skills: Arm yourself with essential negotiation strategies to secure rewarding compensation packages.

Dental Assisting

Course Outline

Meet The Team

Doctor Josh Lange, DDS, CEO

Dr. Josh Lange is the dedicated dentist and founder of Posh Dental in Temecula, known for his commitment to excellence in comprehensive and reconstructive dentistry. Originally from California, Dr. Lange discovered his passion for oral health early in life, combining a love of science and artistry with a strong desire to serve people from all walks of life.

Studying Physiology and Neuroscience at the University of California, San Diego in his undergraduate years, Dr. Lange was a member of its prestigious pre-dental club, which inspired him to pursue dentistry as a career. He would later attend the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry to obtain his doctorate of dental surgery degree.

Dr. Lange’s clinical expertise is built on extensive advanced training in implant dentistry, sedation, and full-mouth reconstruction. He consistently pursues continuing education and has earned advanced credentials that uniquely position him to provide complex rehabilitative care such as All-on-X implant solutions, full arch restorations, and hybrid implant dentures with precision and comfort.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Lange is passionate about education and mentorship. He values teaching and sharing knowledge with both peers and patients, believing that informed care leads to better outcomes and a higher standard within the profession.

His clinical philosophy emphasizes individualized treatment planning, cutting-edge technology, and patient comfort, making predictable, long-lasting outcomes the standard of care. Under his leadership, Posh Dental has become a trusted practice for patients seeking transformative dental solutions.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Lange is a family man who enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He is fluent in Spanish, an avid reader, a fitness enthusiast, and a jazz and blues music lover who plays the alto saxophone.

Certifications and Advanced Training

Noris Medical
Surgical Technique: Zygomatic Implant | 2026
Transnasal Implant Placement | 2026
The PATZI Protocol | 2026
Surgical Technique: Pterygoid Implant | 2026
Effective Management Strategies for Common Zygomatic Complications | 2026

AOX Academy, S.I.N. 360
Cadaver Course All-on-X | 2025

ORCAA
Remote Anchorage, Advanced Full Arch | 2023

Full Arch Masters
Fellowship | 2023
Advanced Surgical Course | 2023
Design and Finishing Prosthetic | 2023
Flagship Course | 2022

Strupp and Brumm Seminars
Simplifying Complex | 2021

Pikos Institute
Fully Guided Full Arch Rehabilitation | 2021

DOCS Education
Oral Conscious Sedation Mastery Course | 2021
Oral Conscious Sedation Certification | 2017, 2019

Fotona Lightwalker
Certification | 2020

International Academy of Dental Implantology
Dental Implantology and I.V. Sedation Course | 2019

American Academy of Facial Esthetics
Botox and Dermal Fillers Level I | 2018

Spear Education
Implant Pathway | 2017–2018

IAMDI
Botox and Dermal Fillers | 2021
PRF Training | 2021
Mastership | 2020
Fellowship | 2020
Advanced Certification Course | 2017
IAMDI Certification | 2017

Rebecca Salem, RDA, Instructor

Rebecca, RDA, is a graduate of SJVC’s Class of 2020, where she maintained a 4.0 GPA and a permanent spot on the Dean’s List. With six years of experience spanning both front and back office operations, she mostly served as a Lead Assistant responsible for training and onboarding clinical staff. Certified in both dental assisting and medical administration, Rebecca is passionate about mentoring students and sharing the real world skills needed to run a successful practice. When she isn’t in the classroom, she enjoys crafting, gaming, and spending time with her husband and their new baby boy.

Carliesa Cody, Instructor

Carliesa Cody is a dental operations professional with over a decade of experience in clinical and administrative practice management. Since earning her Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management in 2013, she has worked across multiple roles in dentistry, progressing from front office coordinator and dental assistant to insurance coordinator, treatment plan coordinator, office manager, and consultant.

Carliesa specializes in patient communication, case acceptance strategies, insurance workflows, scheduling optimization, and practice profitability systems. She has trained both administrative and clinical team members and is known for helping offices improve efficiency while strengthening the patient experience.

Before transitioning fully into dental operations leadership, Carliesa also worked as an ER scribe and OB-GYN medical assistant, giving her a strong foundation in medical documentation, patient care coordination, and interdisciplinary healthcare environments. She later expanded her business expertise as a financial advisor with Northwestern Mutual for Dentist and other business owners, further strengthening her ability to teach systems thinking and practice growth strategies.

In addition to her professional background, Carliesa is a U.S. Army Reserve veteran and former operations officer, bringing leadership, structure, and accountability into her teaching approach. She is passionate about preparing students for real-world success in dental practices by equipping them with practical workflow knowledge, confidence in patient interactions, and a clear understanding of how front office excellence supports the entire clinical team.

Carliesa’s instruction focuses on bridging the gap between classroom learning and day-one readiness in a modern dental office environment.