Connecticut State Community College

Dental Assistant

Capital Campus
Hartford, CT
Certificate
Dental Assistant
New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
Classes are held on campus with hands-on instruction.
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Financial aid is not available for this program.

Dental Assistant is a Certificate program offered by Connecticut State Community College in Hartford, CT.

General Requirements

  • Completed health form, signed by your physician
  • A GED or high school diploma is not required for admission to the program. However, students must have one of these to take the National Exam.
  • Proof of Covid Vaccine and Booster may be required depending on clinical location

Application Process

  1. 1
    New Students
    I've never attended another college or university after receiving my high school diploma.
  2. 2
    Transfer Students
    I've attended another college or university, outside of the 12 community college campuses in Connecticut, after receiving my high school diploma.
  3. 3
    Readmit Students
    I have attended one of the 12 community colleges in the past but have not been enrolled at one of the colleges for two or more years.
  4. 4
    Selective Admission Health Career Programs
    I’m interested in becoming a student in one of the selective admission areas within nursing and health careers. Please Note: Each program requires a unique set of admissions requirements that must be completed by the application deadline.
  5. 5
    High School Students
    I'm a current high school student and want to take college classes while still enrolled in high school.
  6. 6
    International Students
    I'm not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and will require an F-1 student visa to reside and study in the US, OR I am applying as an F-1 transfer student from another US college or university, OR I am already in the US on a valid nonimmigrant visa and want to change to F-1 student status.
  7. 7
    Workforce Development and Continuing Education Programs
    I’m interested in enrolling in a short-term licensure, certificate or continuing education program to enhance my career or personal development. Please Note: Many of our programs offer national and state certifications, and each program may have specific prerequisites or enrollment steps based on industry standards or training formats. Review the program details carefully to ensure eligibility and to understand the registration process.
  8. 8
    Senior Citizens
    I'm a senior citizen interested in enrolling in credit courses for personal interest or development.
  9. 9
    Other Special Admissions Groups
    If you’re part of another group that may have different considerations when applying, such as a homeschool student, pursuing a second degree or are part of the New England Regional Student Program, there are a few options for you. Email us at CTState-AdmissionsRecruitment@ct.edu for more information.

Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information

Tuition Rate
$192 / credit hr
Charged per credit hour — not a program total.

Financial Aid and Funding Options

Students in our non-credit career programs are not eligible for federal financial aid or free college funding. However, there are alternative funding options available, such as WIOA, SNAP, and scholarships.

Curriculum

In This Course You'll Learn To

  • explore the historical evolution of the dental profession and its legal and ethical frameworks
  • understand the educational requirements and examinations for dental assistants
  • gain foundational knowledge of body systems, oral embryology and histology
  • familiarize yourself with dentitions, dental terminology, tooth numbering systems and radiographic equipment
  • identify and apply OSHA regulations, conduct medical histories, assess vital signs and read treatment plans for patient education

What to expect as a Connecticut State Community College student

The Dental Assistant certificate program is designed to prepare you for this exciting and fast-paced career. In the classroom you’ll study topics including infection control, dental charting, preparing patients, basic chairside assisting, identifying and using various dental materials, instruments and handpieces, tray set-up and procedures, and business administration procedures. You will then have the opportunity to practice your new skills in clinical rotations.

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School Information

Connecticut State Community College
ctstate.edu

Campus Location

Capital Campus
950 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103
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Dental Assistant