Dental Assisting
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Community Connections, Clinical Affiliations
With an onsite community clinic, additional off-campus sites, and a wealth of college resources, PCC’s Dental Assisting program offers a strong foundation that enables quick entry into a high-demand field after only three terms. In our program, we teach you the skills you need to succeed, and we give you the field experience, the contacts, and sufficient time to learn the most important techniques. In just nine months, you can begin a rewarding career in which you serve the oral healthcare of thousands of people.
In our onsite dental clinic, you can gain valuable experience by assisting with the treatment of patients whose needs include screenings, exams, radiographs, small amalgam and composite fillings. In addition, our local industry affiliations with Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry and various private practices in the community enable you to acquire the skills and experience that makes you more competitive and employable.
Certificate
In this program you can earn the following:
- One-Year Certificate
See the catalog for information regarding program requirements.
Our one-year certificate program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. When all course requirements are completed with a C grade or higher, the student is eligible to graduate with a Certificate in Dental Assisting from PCC. Students are also prepared for the Dental Assisting National Board Exam (DANB) and eventual certification in expanded functions.
What's Next?
- Attend an Information Session for the Allied Health Program in which you are interested. Call 503-977-4615 for a recording of times and locations.
- If you do not have the required program prerequisites (see catalog),
apply for admission to PCC, register and
complete prerequisites.
- For more information about prerequisites and transferring credits, refer to the Health Admissions Office Getting Started web page.
- Familiarize yourself with the Selection Criteria and apply for admission to the Dental Assisting program.