Dental Assistant Program

The dental assistant program at North Central State 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 Ohio colleges that offer dental assistant program.

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North Central State College

4642 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, OH

North Central State College (NC State) is a two-year community college located in Mansfield, Ohio. With over 60 associate degree and certificate programs, NC State enrolls about 3,100 students each semester. The campus sits on 600 acres of walking paths and streams, sharing with the branch of The Ohio State University.

Available Programs:

• General Studies
  Associate of Arts / Associate of Science, Associate of Technical Studies
• Business Programs
  Accounting, Business Management, Healthcare Management, Marketing
• Health Science Programs
  Associate Degree Nursing (Registered Nursing), Bioscience, Health Information Technology, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiological Sciences, Respiratory Care
• Public Service and Education Programs
  Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice – Peace Officer Fastrack, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Paralegal Studies
• Technology and Engineering Programs
  Computer Information Systems, Electronic Engineering Technology, Electrical Maintenance, Engineering Design, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Visual Communications Media and Technology

Transfer credit from other institutions of higher education will be determined upon receipt of an official transcript. Consider using TRANSFER.ORG—a free service to compare NC State classes to classes available at other colleges and universities.

The Student Success Center will provide assessment, advising, and support services to help students achieve their academic goals. Other student services include: access to computer labs, child care, and tutoring, as well as IT System Support, Career Development, and Counseling.

NC State’s Enrollment Steps (https://ncstatecollege.edu/admissions-and-aid/)

Apply Online (https://recruiter.ncstatecollege.edu/Datatel.ERecruiting.Web.External/Pages/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=/Datatel.ERecruiting.Web.External/Pages/applicationlist.aspx&NeedsLogin=True)

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

• Canton-Massillon, OH
  • Total Employment: 440
  • Average Hourly Rate: $15.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $32670

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