Spartanburg Community College Spartanburg, South Carolina

Spartanburg Community College’s Expanded Duty Dental Assisting (EDDA) certificate program equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in the dental field. This comprehensive program focuses on preparing students to assist licensed dentists in treating patients, managing dental instrument setups, and understanding the crucial role of a dental assistant as a liaison between the dentist and patients. The curriculum combines classroom learning with practical experience, featuring a simulated dental office on campus for initial skill development. Furthermore, students gain valuable real-world experience through clinical rotations in local dental offices. Upon completion, graduates are well-prepared for diverse career opportunities, ranging from chairside assistance to office management and specialized roles. The program’s accreditation and eligibility for the DANB exam ensure that graduates meet the highest industry standards, making them highly sought-after professionals in the dental community.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Spartanburg 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.