Dental Assistant
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Diploma
Join the high-demand career of a dental assistant! This career has the opportunity to grow within the profession. As a vital member of the dental team, dental assistants play a crucial role in providing quality patient care. Our program offers distance education; requiring you to be on campus only one or two days a week. Embark on a rewarding journey toward a fulfilling career in dental healthcare. Your future as a skilled and compassionate dental assistant starts here!
Patient care and education
Flexible enrollment options
High demand career
Choose your path
Dental Assistant, Diploma
The Dental Assistant diploma will prepare you for a career in oral health. The program is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission. Gain hands-on experience through classroom theory, patient practice, and externships. Our program allows you to practice on mannequins and real patients in the classroom. Use your diploma to ladder into other dental fields. Gain the knowledge needed to excel in oral healthcare. Start your path as a dental assistant!
Length
- 2 Years for Full-Time Students
- 60 Credits
Course List
Dental Assistant, A.A.S.
The Dental Assistant AAS degree prepares you for a career in oral health. The program is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission. Learn general studies, bio-medical, and dental sciences. Experience clinical practices, and expanded functions allowed by the State of Minnesota. Gain hands-on experience through classroom theory, patient practice, and externships. Our program allows you to practice on mannequins and real patients in the classroom. Gain the knowledge needed to excel in oral healthcare. Start your path as a dental assistant!
Length
- 4 Semesters for Full-Time students
- 60 Credits
Course List
Beyond Graduation
Our dental assistant program sets you up for success. With clinical experience
and hands-on training, students are ready to enter the workforce.
$30.56
Median hourly wage (careerwise.com)
11.2%
US Growth rate (careerwise.com)
36,900
Dental Assistant jobs in the US (careerwise.com)
I transferred to Minnesota West Dental Assistant Program for a more personalized
experience. The instructors are invested in my success.
Sophia B.
2023 Graduate
