Welcome to Risio
Risio Institute provides accessible online education with small class sizes that allows students to maintain their current employment and earn while learning.
High Quality Remote Training
Our interactive distance learning technology and state-of-the-art clinical modules let us provide top-tier dental assistant training, even to those in remote areas.
Credentials That Matter
Our Dental Assistant Distance Delivery Diploma Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada, licensed through Alberta Advanced Education and respected by practices all over the country.
What We’re About
Don’t just trust us! Dive into a mix of awesome video testimonials from students, employers, and industry experts, giving you a firsthand look at the incredible experiences and successes they’ve had with our online dental assistant education program.
Intro to the Course
Our curriculum places you in a dynamic online learning environment, with instructors who will develop your learning habits and help you contribute to oral health care.
Online & 2 In-Person Modules
Flexible interactive online modules provide a self-paced environment for learning key skills, and our clinical modules provide real-world firsthand experience for students.
Work Integrated Learning
All Risio students work or volunteer a minimum of 14 hours a week in a dental office, resulting in over 1500 Work Integrated Learning hours.
Years
Students who complete our program can earn their diploma in under 24 months.
Start Your Future
Alumni Satisfaction
Risio graduates are busy working in dynamic practices throughout Canada and beyond. Learn what our alumni have to say about their experience with us.
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Dentist Satisfaction
Dentists who work with Risio get access to our outstanding graduates at the end of their program. They also have an opportunity to contribute positively to the industry by providing guidance and mentorship for the dental assistants of tomorrow. Find out what the dentists who work with our students and graduates are saying.
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An Investment
In Your Future
Risio’s tuition is split across a deposit (required upon acceptance to secure your spot in the program) and two terms, making it easier to budget for the costs of your education.
Our Resources
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Prior to joining Risio and attending the Dental Assisting course, I was working as a dental administrator for over three years. Occasionally, I would help with processing instruments through sterilization and operatory turnovers. The longer that I was in the field, the more I had the desire to grow and expand my duties. I knew that I wanted to be more hands-on with patient care and increase my clinical knowledge.
Unsure of how I would be able to pursue a dental assisting certificate without compromising my employment left me discouraged. I had seen the Risio advertisements many times but I was apprehensive… To be honest, it was scary because it sounded too good to be true. To my relief and as a great surprise, it was exactly as it was promised to be (and more).
I am a mother of two young kids, if not for Risio, it would have been impossible to attend school and to keep working. This program helped me attain my goal of becoming an RDA, gave me the utmost confidence and increased my value within my practice. This course forces you to be hands-on with your learning. For people like me, who are visual learners, this is the perfect program.
Since completing the program, I am able to understand more in depth concepts regarding patient treatment. I am able to contribute even more as a team member. Because of my newly acquired skills and knowledge, I was recently promoted to Office Manager. I am still able to provide support to my teammates but in a different way, it is easier to help someone when you have walked in their shoes.
I cannot express to you how incredible your program is! You have made it possible for me, a mother of two with a full time job, to be able to go back to school and work towards my dream of becoming an RDA. Without this program, it would not have been a possibility. By starting Risio Dental Institute you have created something truly amazing (and I’m not sure you guys even know HOW AMAZING), not just for me.. but also for the thousands and thousands of students that will come after me! I am so blessed to have met you ladies and to have been part of your very first intake! The 3 of you will always hold a very very special place in my heart, and I will carry your words of wisdom with me always! From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU!!! For your knowledge, your guidance and your patience.
The clinical environment was great! I was nervous the first day of course, but you guys were so welcoming and provided corrective feedback in a way that was very helpful and hands on, but not Intimidating at all! Don’t change what you guys are doing, it’s very effective and puts students at ease.
“Risio Institute has been a breath of fresh air for online learning. I have done a few courses online and this program they have created does not compare. The thought they have put into creating a easily navigable student portal which provides notes, audio/video notes, assignments and reviews makes me feel confident they strive for their students to succeed.
I also find with the smaller class sizes it makes communication between student and instructors just amazing. The worst feeling I have for online learning is the feeling of having to figure everything out on my own, so far these ladies have made my learning experience just wonderful and it’s only the beginning.
So excited to have switched schools and start my journey to become a RDA with Risio Institute.”
Learning at the Risio Institute has been a fantastic experience! The instructors are all very knowledgeable and encouraging. Everyone at Risio are so supportive and want each of us attending to be successful. They spend extra time with each of us ensuring that if we have questions or need extra skill practice that we get exactly what we need to be comfortable and proficient in each of the skills that we are being taught. The clinic is state of the art and you feel welcome the moment you walk through the door!
Thanks to Risio, as a single parent household, I have been able to follow my dreams and pursue becoming a Dental Assistant. Without this program this would not have been possible. Thank you so much Risio!!