Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville, Florida

Florida State College at Jacksonville’s Dental Assisting Career Certificate program equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive as entry-level dental assistants. The comprehensive curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including dental basic sciences, radiographic techniques, dental materials, infection control, chairside assisting, and office management. A significant advantage of this program is its approval by the Florida Board of Dentistry, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for certifications in expanded functions and dental radiology. Furthermore, the program’s accreditation by the Commission on Dental Accreditation underscores its commitment to high educational standards, providing students with a respected and recognized qualification. Upon completion, graduates are immediately eligible to pursue their Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential through the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) examinations, opening doors to a rewarding career in the dental field.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Florida State College at Jacksonville 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.