Dental Assisting, Diploma is a Diploma program offered by Augusta Technical College in Augusta, GA. Tuition is $5,350 total.
Program Overview
Offered at the Augusta Campus.
Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 50 - 54
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.Apply Now
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Career Outcomes
Employment Opportunities: Certified dental assistants are in great demand in our service area. Graduates should be able to obtain suitable employment with excellent working conditions in private dental offices, hospital dental clinics, dental schools, public health departments, military and veteran's dental clinics, and prison dental clinics.
According to the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Dental assistants held about 330,200 jobs in 2020. Employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 11 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. For more career information about dental assisting visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Website.
Credentialing (Optional): Graduates are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board exam.
School Information
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide