Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 974800
- Phone: (408) 867-2200
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
- Phone: (916) 361-1660
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
46%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,208Average 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 Western Career College – Sacramento 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 California colleges that offer dental assistant program.
Western Career College – Sacramento
14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA
Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Western Career College – Sacramento has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 290 |
| Associate's Degree | 81 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 36 |
| Female | 335 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 |
| Asian | 51 |
| Black | 32 |
| Hispanic | 172 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 2 |
| White | 95 |
| Multiple Races | 15 |
| Unknown | 3 |
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 Western Career College – Sacramento, 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
Salary & Wages
- San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $23.03
- Average Annual Salary: $47900
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Western Career College – Sacramento accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Western Career College – Sacramento may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Career path counseling
- Helping students find work after graduation