Palomar College San Marcos, California

Palomar College’s Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) program is dedicated to equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in the dental field. As North County’s only nationally accredited program, it holds a strong commitment to graduating competent and ethical dental assistants who can contribute effectively to a dental team. The curriculum focuses on fostering critical thinking, providing hands-on training, and adhering to the highest standards of patient care. Palomar’s RDA program is accredited by both The Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Dental Board of California, ensuring that graduates meet industry requirements. This program offers an excellent pathway to becoming a Registered Dental Assistant and making a positive impact on the oral health of the community. Graduates are prepared to provide exceptional care and support to patients within a collaborative dental environment.

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