Dental Assistant Program

The dental assistant program at Concorde Career College – Portland 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 Oregon colleges that offer dental assistant program.

The Dental Assistant program at Hair Design Careers is accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation since 1996.

Concorde Career College – Portland

Also known as Hair Design Careers

1684 Clay St NE, Salem, OR

About

Concorde Career College has fifteen campuses in seven states. The school is dedicated to providing a quality career education through its 23 program offerings in the field of allied health. Concorde Career College has been providing health care education for over forty years with the goal of preparing individuals as professionals in the field that they choose.

Academics

Concorde Career College offers 23 programs of study to prepare students for entry level positions in allied health care. The school combines classroom education with practical training to ensure individuals have the skill and experience to begin working immediately after graduation. The school further assists students through their career placement program after graduation.

Programs offered include:

• Dental Assistant – Diploma
• Medical Assistant – Diploma
• Medical Office Administration – Diploma
• Polysomnographic Technology – Diploma
• Practical Nursing – Diploma
• Respiratory Therapy – Associate
• Surgical Technology – Associate

Admissions and Financial Aid

Financial aid is only available for those who qualify. Students interesting in enrolling at Concorde Career College may begin by completing the online application available on the website. Once completed, the student will shortly thereafter be contacted by a school representative to assist in the process. Financial aid is available through various federal programs. Students will be assisted by financial aid specialists to help determine eligibility and determine payment methods.

Students Enrolled in the Dental Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Concorde Career College – Portland offers a less than one year certificate program in dental assistant.

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

• Salem, OR
  • Total Employment: 550
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $37190

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