Dental Radiography Certification — Florida
Florida law requires dental assistants who expose x-rays to be certified through a Board-approved program. Peak's 13-week evening course bundles Radiology with EFDA — two credentials, one tuition, $4,460 all-in.
What you'll learn
Florida-compliant Radiology training covering everything you need to safely take and interpret dental x-rays in a real practice.
Florida offices hire EFDA + Radiology together.
A dental assistant who can both perform expanded functions and take x-rays is the hire dental offices want. That's why Peak combines them — so you finish ready for the jobs that actually exist.
- Two Florida Board credentials — one program
- Hands-on x-ray practice in real clinic conditions
- All exam fees included in tuition
- Externship reinforces what you learned in class
Radiography certification FAQ
Do I need a Radiology certification to take dental x-rays in Florida?
Yes. Florida law requires dental assistants who expose dental radiographs to be certified through a Florida Board-approved training program. Peak's program includes the full Radiology curriculum and certification.
How long does dental radiography certification take?
Radiology training is built into Peak's 13-week dental assistant program — you don't have to take it separately. The program covers theory, safety, and hands-on x-ray technique.
What does Radiology training cover?
Radiation physics & safety, intraoral and extraoral techniques, panoramic and bitewing imaging, processing & quality assurance, infection control during imaging, and Florida-specific regulations.
Is Radiology certification included in tuition?
Yes. Both EFDA and Radiology credentials are bundled into the $4,460 all-in tuition — no extra exam or course fees.
Can I take Radiology certification on its own?
Peak's program is designed as a combined EFDA + Radiology certification. Most students want both because that combination is what Florida dental offices hire for.