Dental Assistant Program

The dental assistant program at Eastern Iowa Community College District 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 Iowa colleges that offer dental assistant program.

The Dental Assistant program at Eastern Iowa Community College District is accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation since 1998.

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Eastern Iowa Community College District

2570 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA

Three community colleges make up the Eastern Iowa Community College District: Clinton Community College in Clinton; Scott Community College in Bettendorf; and Muscatine Community College in Muscatine. The schools also offer classes at five technology centers throughout the district. EICC’s accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission is proof that they are committed to academic excellence in education. They offer a broad palette of educational choices from associate degree programs to professional re-licensure courses and senior citizen programs, showing their commitment higher education and the local community.  Degree-seeking students can find programs concentrating on business, legal concerns, health services, and technology, to name a few.

College students make a lot of sacrifices in order to put in the study time necessary to achieve success. But when study time is over, they want excitement, entertainment, and good friends to share them with! EICC schools offer a plethora of extracurricular clubs and activities. Log on to the schools’ web sites to check out the fun.

In today’s economy, people want to be assured they are getting the best value for their money. EICC understands this concern and has managed to keep tuition costs low. To help defray costs, EICC offers scholarships based on special interests, academic achievement, and need; grants; work study; and student loans. EICC’s commitment to excellence, their extracurricular activities, and their affordable tuition make starting your future at EICC an attractive and smart choice.

Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Eastern Iowa Community College District has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award

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

• Dubuque, IA
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.67
  • Average Annual Salary: $34670

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