Santa Fe College Gainesville, Florida

Santa Fe College’s Dental Assisting program is designed to equip students with the comprehensive skills and knowledge necessary to excel as vital members of a dental team. Accredited by the ADA Commission, the program features a robust curriculum encompassing dental sciences, theory, and hands-on clinical experience gained through rotations at the college’s dental clinic, the University of Florida College of Dentistry, and other affiliated facilities. This intense program prepares students for the DANB certification exam and provides them with the credentials to perform all expanded functions legally allowed in Florida. With a strong focus on practical skills, including four-handed dentistry, radiography, and office management, the program ensures graduates are well-prepared for a variety of roles within the dental profession, from chairside assisting to specialized positions in infection control and practice management. Boasting a remarkable 100% employment rate, this program is a launchpad for successful dental assisting careers.

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