Dental Assisting - Program Admission
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Selection Criteria
The Dental Assisting program is a closed program with limited enrollment of 45 students each year. Students are selected by lottery. Your chances of being admitted are directly proportional to the number of applicants. Failure to provide all required documentation invalidates your application. See the catalog and Dental Assisting Selection Criteria for specific program requirements.
All admission requirements must be completed by the application deadline in order for applicants to be entered into the admissions lottery. Once applications have been processed and the lottery has been conducted, you will be contacted by letter informing you of acceptance or alternate status.
Please be advised that completing minimum requirements and applying to the program does not guarantee admission.
Applying
Students are selected by lottery after April 15.
- Step 1) Submit your application & supporting documentation between Oct. 1, 2006 & April 15, 2007
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All of the following items must be received by the Dental Science Department by April 15, 2007:
- Dental Assisting program application
- Compass writing and math test scores, if you have not taken a college level writing or math courses
- Official high school and/or college transcripts (other than PCC) reflecting completion of WR 115 or higher, MTH 10 or higher, and one of the following: HE 250, HPE 295, or FN 225.
- Immunization Release form
- Documentation verifying the following:
- Current CPR for Health Care Providers certification
- Immunization verification form for Hepatitis B, measles, and other childhood diseases
- Current tuberculin test, PPD
Submit to:
Health Admissions Office
Portland Community College, SY HT 205
PO Box 19000 Portland, OR 97219-0990
Click the following steps to get more detailed information.
- Step 2) You will contacted regarding your application status
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If your application is complete, you will be contacted by letter notifying you of your status. If your application is incomplete, we will let you know what items are missing.
- Step 3) If accepted, you must attend orientation
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If you are accepted into the program, you must attend an orientation session which will provide you with necessary program information. This session is scheduled in May or June and attendance is required.
Classes begin in September each year. If you have questions or would like to speak with an advisor, contact the Health Admissions Office.
Program Costs
These costs are approximate and based on 2005-06 academic year figures.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition, Lab, and Fees | See Tuition and Fees |
| Books | $300 |
| Supplies | $850 |
| Scrubs | $150 |
| Fees for exams, certification, CPR, etc. | $750 |
- Estimated costs for the program not including prerequisites:
- $5,700
PCC has a variety of financial aid options and scholarship opportunities available for students.
Program Regulations
You will be required to wear protective gear and clothing during all laboratory procedures that produce airborne particulate matter or expose you to patients during dental procedures.
Recommendations
Although not required for admission, it is highly recommended that students are familiar with computers.
The program requires a full-time commitment for nine months. It is also necessary to have financial arrangements in place the summer before starting the program in order to purchase supplies for the year. Accepted students will be informed of supply costs.