Prepares the student to assist at chairside to perform laboratory procedures; and to carry out business office duties. A grade of C or higher is required for satisfactory completion of all course work.

Students seeking admission into the Dental Assisting program must file a specific program application form and complete additional admission procedures as required.

Length of Program: 
1 Year

Cost of Program:
Tuition and fees: $4,683
Books and supplies: $2,352

Financial Aid: 
There are several types of financial aid that students at Amarillo College can apply for. There are also scholarships available through Amarillo College and other providers. Visit www.actx.edu/fin for information on financial aid and scholarships.

Program Course Outline:
Dental Assisting Certificate (DNTA.CERT)


Salary: 
$15.68 per hour / $32,614 per year*

Occupations related to this program:
Dental Assistant


Program Advisors:
Dana Scott, 356-3616 dcscott@actx.edu
Cherie Clifton, 354-6007 caclifton@actx.edu

 

*The figures quoted are median wages for the Panhandle of Texas gathered and analyzed by Economic Modeling Specialists, International, Career Coach. Find additional information at http://actx.emsicareercoach