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Our training is exceptional

Modern Education
Higher education has been ready for a major upgrades that seem pretty obvious to our team!  Our formula is quite simple
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 EMBRACE TECHNOLOGY
 LOCK-IN A FAIR AND AFFORDABLE TUITION
 INVEST IN AND SUPPORT OUR FACULTY
 INVEST IN AND SUPPORT OUR FACULTY
 CONSTANTLY UPDATE CIRRICULUM BASED ON CURRENT BEST PRACTICES
 INVEST IN AND SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS
 FOCUS ON JOB PLACEMENT
 CREATE TIMELY PROGRAMS THAT MAY BE FINISHED EFFICIENTLY
 MODERNIZE EDUCATION
 PURPOSE OVER PROFITS
‍The basic principles listed above are what make up the concept of Modern Education.  We welcome our students, staff, and communities to participate in our ongoing improvement efforts.
Indigo Promise
It is our belief that education institutions should create programs that matter and lead to employment.  We are so incredibly committed to this line of reasoning that we created the Indigo Promise.  

We guarantee employment within 90 days of graduation or we will refund 50% of your tuition.  ​We stand by our promise.  Students have entrusted our college to provide exceptional education and we take this duty very seriously.

Our students should feel they have gained valuable skills and are completely prepared for employment!​

Indigo Difference

Hybrid Learning + Indigo Network = Indigo Difference

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Dental assistant students in class
2 dental assistants in class
Dental assistant student taking blood pressure
Dental assistant practicing procedures
Dental assistant students working with equipment
Dental assistant student working with equipment
Dental assistants practicing procedure
dental assistant instructor demonstrating procedure

Indigo’s training was designed by industry experts to help you get the Dental Board approved certifications you need to legally practice in California.  Using a flexible hybrid-learning model, Indigo lets you train online and then come into one of its conveniently located and modern dental office partners offices in the Indigo Network for in-person hands-on training on the weekend.

Dental assistant students

What do Dental Assistants Do?

Dental assistants perform many tasks, ranging from providing patient care and taking x-rays to recordkeeping and scheduling appointments. Their duties vary by state and with each dental office.

Dental assistants typically do the following:

Ensure that patients are comfortable in the dental chair
Prepare patients and the work area for treatments and procedures
Sterilize dental instruments
Hand instruments to dentists during procedures
Dry patients’ mouths using suction hoses and other equipment
Instruct patients in proper oral hygiene
Process x-rays and complete lab tasks, under the direction of a dentist
Keep records of dental treatments
Schedule patient appointments
Work with patients on billing and payment

Assistants work under the direction of a dentist and perform lab tasks, such as taking impressions of a patient’s teeth, taking radiographs, practicing infection control and asepsis, performing intraoral and extraoral photography, among many other permitted duties.

Dental assistants are allowed to perform the following procedures:

Fluoride application
Topical anesthetic application

Fluoride application, in which fluoride is put directly on the teeth, is an anti-cavity measure. Some dental assistants may be qualified to apply topical anesthetic to an area of a patient’s mouth, temporarily numbing the area prior to a procedure. Each state regulates the scope of practice for dental assistants.

Work Environment

Almost all dental assistants work in dental offices. Most work full time. Dental assistants wear safety glasses, surgical masks, protective clothing, and gloves to protect themselves and patients from infectious diseases. They also must follow safety procedures to minimize risks associated with x-ray machines.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Our Culture

Our team is made up of individuals with a complementary variety of skills and backgrounds, and strong working relationships with each other. Together, we share a passion for training and helping individuals reach their goals.
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It’s important to us that we create an environment where our individuals feel valued, enjoy quality work, and ultimately change their lives for the better.

Honesty
Innovation
Quality
Teamwork
Continuous Improvement
Professionalism
Fun
Why we're named Indigo

Our name pays homage to an ambitious 18th century entrepreneur named Elizabeth “Eliza” Lucas Pinckney (1722-1793).

Eliza defied convention, not only by becoming an educated woman, but by challenging the colonial idea that women weren't suited for industry. As the daughter of a prominent farmer, Eliza was given an education, which by her own words to her father was "a more valuable fortune than any [he] could have given [her]” and, “will make me happy in my future life.” Eliza was fascinated by botany, the study of plants.

At age 16, she was tasked with running three of her father's farms. Rather than plant what her neighbors were planting, she experimented with a highly-prized tropical plant called Indigo until it produced seeds, which she then shared with her fellow farmers. Indigo became one of the most important cash crops of the era, with Indigo dye accounting for one-third of exports.

Eliza's ingenuity and integrity changed the course of history and she became the first woman inducted into South Carolina’s Business Hall of Fame. We hope each of our students will be inspired by Eliza’s drive to excel, innovate, and overcome the odds as they plant the seeds of their own future here at Indigo.
photograph of the indigo plant

Have additional questions?
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Call or Text: (877) 464-6344
Email: info@indigoinstitute.com
Meet Our Team
One of our Core Values is teamwork, so we want to give you a glimpse into our team and our lives. We look forward to meeting you!
Aaron Nielsen, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Driven to make a much needed change in a broken education system with extreme tuitions and low levels of accountability for an organization, Aaron and the team created a skills-based education system utilizing technology and professionals in the industry to lead courses.
Josh Twiss, DDS
Chief Academic Officer
Spending the majority of his life learning the dental profession, Josh and his team created an incredible clinical progression for students to master.  Each cohort is treated with the utmost care and mastering skills are the cornerstone of the clinical environment.
Kim Moore, JD
Chief Operating Officer
With unparalleled experience working with global clients and managing unique teams, Kim brings tremendous professionalism and legal skills to the team.  Our students are lucky to have such an incredible negotiator, strategist, and business leader guiding the school.
Marianne Twiss, BS
Chief Human Resource Officer
Marianne brings incredible talent and quality to our team.  With a strong understanding of the Bay Area and as an owner of Ironhorse Kids Pediatric Dentistry, Marianne is extremely familiar with expectations of the industry and how to prepare students for successful careers.
Andrea Powell, MBA, RDAEF2
Director - Manteca and Danville
With years of teaching and dental experience, Andrea is part of our team that oversees our dental assisting students.  Andrea's quality and attention to detail set her up as an industry leader.  You will find Andrea at many of our weekly clinical sessions.
Dillon Fugate, BS
Director of Student Affairs (Online)
One of the greatest people you will ever meet, Dillon works tirelessly to ensure student success and incredible team chemistry.  You will hear from Dillon often in your courses as he is dedicated to your success both in the classroom and beyond.  
Chris Baker, MBA
Director of Student Affairs
With impeccable communication skills and determination, Chris constantly communicates with staff and students to ensure goals are being met and peak performance is being achieved.  Students will learn quickly that Chris will be a major asset as students progress through each program.  
Amber Robinson, RDAEF
Director of Dental Assisting / Dental Assisting Instructor
A veteran in the dental community Amber guides our dental program with the team.  Students will learn from Amber and the team during weekly clinical sessions.  Amber's professionalism and understanding of the industries we are involved in makes her a valuable asset to the school and to our students.
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