Dental Assistant Program

The dental assistant program at Herzing University – Minneapolis prepares students for a career in a dental office, dental supply manufacturer, hospital dental department, or insurance company. The program focuses on preparing patients and equipment for dental procedures, and office administrative functions. Program courses include: medical record-keeping, general office duties, reception and patient intake, scheduling, equipment maintenance and sterilization, basic radiography, pre and post-operative patient care and instruction, chairside assisting, taking tooth and mouth impressions, and supervised practice. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer dental assistant program.

The Dental Assistant program at Herzing University – Minneapolis is accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation for more than 67 years.

Herzing University – Minneapolis

1501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN

Herzing University, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been offering computer and technical training since 1965. The school has since expanded its offerings to include programs in business and allied health. The school began expanding its campuses, with locations currently available in eight states. Alongside the physical expansion, the school upped its offerings from diplomas to associate, bachelor at physical campuses and master degrees through the online campus.

Academics

Herzing University offers a large number of undergraduate and graduate programs in growing industries.  The move away from diplomas to actual degrees means that the school provides general education courses alongside required courses. The program offerings are placed in one of five categories: Healthcare, Business, Public Safety, Design and Technology.

Programs offered at Herzing University include:

• Nursing
• Accounting
• Information Technology
• Biomedical Engineering Technology
• Criminal Justice

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrollment at Herzing University can apply online or in person. Either way, students must make an appointment for an interview, where an admissions officer will review the application and review one's aptitude and placement. Financial Aid is available through a variety of means, including federal loans and grants, veteran's benefits, institutional grants and others. Students interested in receiving financial aid must obtain a federal PIN number and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). After the FAFSA has been submitted a student aid report will be provided which will be used to determine financial aid eligibility and awards.

Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Herzing University – Minneapolis has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Dental Assistants

Description

Assist dentist, set up equipment, prepare patient for treatment, and keep records.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, dental assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 18.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $44960

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).