Dental Assistant Program

The dental assistant program at College of Central Florida 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 Florida colleges that offer dental assistant program.

The Dental Assistant program at College of Central Florida is accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation for more than 20 years.

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College of Central Florida

2173 N.W. 99th Avenue, Miami, FL

About
The College of Central Florida, located in Ocala, Florida, was established in 1957 as Central Florida Junior College. A public two year institution, the school was founded to serve the counties of Citrus, Levy and Marion. In 1966 the school merged with Hampton Junior College, a two year institution serving black residents, and in 1971 changed its name to Central Florida Community College. As with many two year institutions in the Florida College System, the school began to offer a limited number of bachelor degree programs in 2010, resulting in yet another name change, this time to its current. The school serves nearly 19,000 students a year and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. As a public institution, the school is dedicated to providing a quality education at low cost, ensuring that residents in its service area have their educational, cultural and professional needs met.

Academics
The College of Central Florida offers a large number of programs resulting in certificates, associate degrees or bachelor degrees. The variety of programs ensures that students will be able to choose one which suits their academic or professional needs. Academic programs allow students to fulfill the first two years of a four year education at a lower cost. Once the program is completed, students may apply to a four year institution to complete their bachelor's degree in their area of study. As the school is part of the Florida College System, transfer to a member school is easier than to private or out of state institutions.

Career training programs provide students an education in given vocation or technical field, providing the skills and knowledge necessary to operate as professionals in their field. Students will be exposed to a mixture of practical courses and classroom education, allowing for the application of skills in a real world setting with education provided by experienced professionals. Upon graduation students will receive a certificate or diploma demonstrating their qualifications and allowing for immediate entry into the workforce at the entry level.

In addition, the College of Central Florida offers bachelor degree programs in Business and Organizational Management and Early Childhood Education. These programs require a separate application for admission and are limited in their enrollment.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Dental Assisting
• Paralegal
• Physical Therapist Assistant

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, any individual who meets the minimum requirements for admission will be accepted. Individuals interested in enrollment must complete and submit the admissions application, and provide all pertinent information, such as transcripts and test scores. Once admitted, students should consult an academic advisor for assistance in outlining one's academic or career goals. Individuals interested in enrollment in one of the bachelor degree programs must complete a separate application for admissions and meet the program's admission requirements.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs offered at the state and federal level. Students in need of financial assistance must obtain a federal PIN and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional information prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure the accuracy of the information provided.

Clubs and Organizations
A large number of clubs and organization are available at College of Central Florida, focusing on academic, social, cultural or student leadership related activities. Individuals are encouraged to join such clubs in order to explore new interests or develop current ones. Clubs and organizations provide a social atmosphere that allows for the exchange of ideas and the growth of individuals through bonds outside of a classroom setting. Students may also form new clubs reflecting interests not covered by current organizations, or revive clubs that have ceased operations in the past.

Clubs and organizations at College of Central Florida include:

• Brain Bowl
• Bring Your Own Book
• CF Art Club
• Student Ambassadors
• In the Write Mind

Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Central Florida has offered the following programs 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

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