Pima Medical Institute-Mesa Mesa, Arizona

The Dental Assistant program at Pima Medical Institute-Mesa is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel as entry-level dental assistants. Through a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on training, students will gain proficiency in assisting dentists with various treatment procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and managing office responsibilities. The curriculum encompasses crucial areas such as dental terminology, radiography, chairside assisting, infection control, and office administration. A key highlight is the program’s focus on preparing students for certification exams, including the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License Exam in California. Students will gain experience in a variety of settings. With access to career services and potential articulation agreements to further their education, graduates are well-positioned to launch successful careers in dental practices, specialty clinics, or pursue advanced studies in dental hygiene.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Pima Medical Institute-Mesa 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.