Umpqua Community College

Sure, I can assist you with information about Umpqua Community College’s Dental Assistant program.

Umpqua Community College offers a Dental Assistant program that prepares students for entry-level positions in the dental field. The program includes both classroom instruction and hands-on training in a dental clinic. Students learn about dental procedures, equipment, and materials, as well as patient care, communication, and record-keeping.

The program typically takes two years to complete and leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree. Graduates are eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) exam and apply for Oregon state certification as a dental assistant.

To apply for the program, students must meet certain prerequisites, such as completing high school or a GED program, and passing a placement test. The program also has limited enrollment, so it’s important to apply early.

If you have any further questions about the program or the application process, you can contact the Umpqua Community College Dental Assisting Department for more information.