Dental Assistant Program

The dental assistant program at Chattanooga State Community 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 Tennessee colleges that offer dental assistant program.

The Dental Assistant program at Chattanooga State Community College is accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation since 1963.

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Chattanooga State Community College

1646 S Russell Ave, Jefferson City, TN

College life transforms the lives of students. Truly oriented towards preparing them to be independent, knowledgeable and productive contributors to society, Chattanooga State Community College provides students with educational opportunities of diverse interests. This college is committed towards student success, not only in academics but also in life and aims to see all students in prominent job roles. Developing the potential of individual students and helping them maximize their potential is an important role that the staff of this college takes up as a task every year.

Chattanooga State community College also provides students with lots of courses to select from. You can select degree programs, honors or even online courses. One option that has drawn attention is - career programs, which are designed for those advancing in their careers. Also, if attending college physically is not feasible, students have an option to select online courses where in you can earn an education outside the traditional class room.

A powerful learning experience is when students share knowledge and engage in discussions to communicate and help educate each other. Degree express offered by Chattanooga State Community College is one such learning community. This college also offers diploma programs and certificate programs that are conducted with dedicated full time faculty.

Moreover this college provides students with ample information online - right from admission process to course selection and campus details, faculty details and much more. Choosing the right course and the right education path is just a matter of interest.

Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chattanooga State Community College 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

• Morristown, TN
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $37720

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