Indiana University Fort Wayne Dental Assisting Program

04/10/2026

We love a good trivia moment! Here’s one about us! 🤩

04/08/2026

May 2026 Coronal Polishing and Caries Prevention (Fluoride Application) Course Information!

The course consists of online modules and an in-person session. Participants must complete the online coursework by Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The in-person preclinical session will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Registration closes on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Please note, the registration link will be provided only to individuals who have submitted all required documentation. For details on eligibility, required documentation, and additional course information, please visit: https://fortwayne.iu.edu/dental-education/assisting/continuing-education.html

Thank you!

IU Fort Wayne offers several continuing education courses for dental professionals.

03/02/2026

Happy Dental Assistants Recognition Week to the IU Fort Wayne CDA Class of 2026 and to ALL dental assistants! Thank you to Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) for the fabulous cookies! Indiana University School of Dentistry Indiana University Fort Wayne

06/30/2025

🦷We are still accepting applications for the CDA Class of 2026! 🦷Classes start on August 25th. Click the link to learn more!

Learn how to apply to the dental assisting program at IU Fort Wayne.

02/18/2025

🦷❤️🤍 Several IUFW CDA students were delighted to have the opportunity to participate in the IUSD Kid's Club and IUSD Pediatric Dentistry Department on Saturday, February 8th! See pics below! 🤍❤️🦷

08/26/2024

And.... we're off! Have a great year, CDA Class of 2025!

06/21/2024

🤩 Congratulations to our student, Abigail Rumschlag, for being selected for the ADAA Merit Scholar Award!!! 🤩

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Ms. Abigail M. Rumschlag a dental assisting student at Indiana University Fort Wayne has been named as a recipient of the ADAA Merit Scholar Award. Ms. Rumschlag is a resident of Decatur IN.

The award is given annually by the American Dental Assistants Association. The ADAA Merit Scholar Award is to honor those dental assisting students who exhibit proficiency in four-handed dentistry and exemplify the critical contribution an educated dental assistant makes to the success of clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction and improved office efficiency. Recipients of this award also embody the qualities represented by Juliette A. Southard that include loyalty, courtesy and professionalism.

Ms. Rumschlag is from Decatur IN where she currently resides with her parents Shaun and Amy Rumschlag. Mrs. Rumschlag is a 4-H educator in Adams County and Mr. Rumschlag is a Funeral director at Zwick and Jahn Funeral home.

Abbey Rumschlag is a 2022 graduate of Bellmont High School where she was active in the FFA, National Honor Society, Tennis, Volleyball, and 4-H. Her sister Elise is currently a junior at Bellmont high and a member of the tennis team.

About the American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA):
The ADAA is America’s oldest and largest dental assisting association serving over 310,000 dental assistants in the United States. It is dedicated to the development and recognition of professionalism through education, membership services, and public awareness programs. The ADAA is a strong advocate for legislation mandating credentialing for clinical dental assistants and greater recognition of the assistant role in the professional dental team.

06/13/2024

🦷😁IU Fort Wayne Allied Dental Education Students participated in the Team Smile event today! 🦷😁

https://www.wfft.com/news/team-smile-provides-free-dental-care-to-kids-at-parkview-field/article_b81a9170-29b6-11ef-969d-c70ec25c60e1.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=user-share&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0tWQEsj8AmtQEJMm0Y8sLfPFSSKXwG7A6vN2xNGomRUEfKxnn7hkd9D7E_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

Nonprofit Team Smile partners with local dental students to provide young kids with free dental care.

05/22/2024

IU Fort Wayne and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne invite you to join us for the 2024 IU Fort Wayne Health Professions Summer Camp from June 24-27. Students will have the chance to explore careers in healthcare in a fun and interactive environment.
Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3UNf9pX

02/29/2024

Our Dental Technology program is the only dental technology program serving the surrounding states. Students learn techniques of appliance fabrication in the areas of complete dentures, partial dentures, crowns and bridge, ceramics and orthodontics.
Learn more: https://fortwayne.iu.edu/dental-education/technology/index.html