Dental Assistant Program

The dental assistant program at West Virginia Junior College – Bridgeport 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer dental assistant program.

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West Virginia Junior College – Bridgeport (PA College)

850 Greenfield Road, Lancaster, PA

West Virginia Junior College - Bridgeport operates as a two year private school, which offers career oriented education for its students in Bridgeport and surrounding areas. Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

• Health and Clinical Professions
• Engineering Technology
• Business and Marketing Studies
• Computer and Information Sciences

Over 420 students have attended and completed their schooling in the last few years based on published information with a graduation rate of more than 54%. West Virginia Junior College location in Bridgeport has several programs to pick from. Listed below are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Medical Office Assistant
• Computer Systems Technology
• Medical Administration
• Dental Assistant

To support students and graduates, West Virginia Junior College - Bridgeport may offer student services including:

• Online classes
• Academic counseling for students
• Work study style employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

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Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. West Virginia Junior College – Bridgeport has offered the following degree 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

• Lancaster, PA
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.30
  • Average Annual Salary: $40150

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