Osceola Technical College Kissimmee, Florida

The Dental Assistant program at Osceola Technical College provides students with the comprehensive training and skills needed to succeed as entry-level dental assistants. The program emphasizes hands-on experience in a simulated dental office setting, allowing students to master essential skills such as chairside assisting, taking dental radiographs, preparing dental materials, and managing dental office procedures. Students will learn about dental anatomy, infection control protocols, and patient communication. Osceola Technical College’s Dental Assistant program is designed to prepare graduates for immediate employment in a variety of dental settings, including general dentistry practices, specialist offices, and public health clinics. A significant aspect of the program involves a clinical externship, providing invaluable real-world experience. Upon successful completion, graduates are well-prepared to pursue careers as dental assistants and contribute to the efficient and effective operation of a dental practice. This program may also provide certifications, such as Radiology certification. The duration of the program varies, but is generally completed in one year.

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