Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 347930
- Phone: (671) 734-1812
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (562) 916-5055
Financial Aid Office
- Phone: (562) 916-5055
FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,045Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Dental Assistant Program
The dental assistant program at PCI College 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 colleges that offer dental assistant program.
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PCI College
172 Kinney's Road, Mangilao, GU
PCI College, located in Cerritos, California, is a private institution offering educational opportunities in information technology and health care. The school occupies 500 square feet of space, separated into classroom, laboratory and office areas, with a satellite campus in Gardena. Class sizes are typically between 10 and 15 students, with a maximum of 20. All classrooms are and laboratories are equipped with networked computers allowing access to information sites on the web and cooperative work among students.
Academics
Programs at PCI College fall into one of two categories, information technology or health care. These programs prepare students with the skills necessary to enter the workforce qualified for entry level positions. Graduates of these programs will earn a diploma or certificate demonstrating their qualifications in the field of study. Programs will have varying lengths depending on the area of study.
Programs include:
- Dental Assistant
- Computer Networking
- Office Management Systems
- Medical Assistant
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in applying to PCI College may begin the process through the online information request form available on the school's website. Once submitted the school will mail interested students the materials and instructions necessary to begin the application process. Financial aid is available in the form of federal grants and loans, eligibility for which is determined through the completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. PCI College offers a less than one year certificate program in dental assistant.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 0 |
Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Hispanic | 4 |
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
Students who have completed the Dental Assistant program at PCI College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).