Mid-Plains Community College North Platte, Nebraska

Mid-Plains Community College’s Dental Assisting program is designed to equip students with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to excel as dental assistants. This comprehensive 11-month program focuses on hands-on training in a modern facility, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for real-world scenarios. With individualized instruction, students gain expertise in assisting dentists at chairside, performing procedures, and interacting with patients. Graduates not only earn a diploma but are also certified to perform coronal polishing and dental radiography within Nebraska. Furthermore, they are eligible to take the national certification exam. The program’s accreditation by the American Dental Association underscores its commitment to high standards and quality education. Upon completion, graduates can pursue a variety of fulfilling careers in dental offices, hospitals, clinics, and government agencies, making it a pathway to a rewarding and stable profession.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Mid-Plains Community College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.