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Depends on your state and its regulations.... But u dont need much u can learn it all while working, thats how i did it
I called several offices, explained my goals of becoming a dentist and my immediate intentions of becoming a dental assistant to learn as much as possible about the field. The second office that I interviewed at offered me an entry level DA position. Dentists were understanding and very receptive to me willing to learn all I can about the field prior to dental school. The experience had been amazing and prepared me for the dental school (clinical experience) as well as understanding doctor/patient interaction. If you have an opportunity to work as a dental assistant, I greatly recommend it. Hopefully you'll find an office that will offer on-the-job training and let you get engaged in procedures. Good luck.
I am not sure where you are from.. but if you are in the New England area Boston University has a radiology certification program. You do a class online and then go to the University for the day to take a test and practice taking X-rays on a dummy to get the certification. Super easy.
http://www.bu.edu/dental/about/offices/ce/online-courses/radiology/
This link has the info.
After I got this certification I landed a full time job as an assistant during my gap year into school.
Anyway hope this helps.