College of Western Idaho Nampa, Idaho

The Dental Assisting program at College of Western Idaho (CWI) offers comprehensive training designed to launch your career in the dental health field. Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, this program allows students to pursue either an Intermediate Technical Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science degree. Through a blend of classroom instruction, laboratory work, and real-world clinical experiences, students gain proficiency in essential areas such as front office management, aseptic techniques, patient care, dental materials, radiology, and anatomy. A key feature of the program is its emphasis on hands-on learning, fostered through collaborations with local dental offices, allowing students to apply their knowledge in practical settings and develop crucial critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Upon completion, graduates are well-prepared to sit for the National Dental Assisting Certification Exam, paving the way to become Certified Dental Assistants and thrive in their chosen careers.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at College of Western Idaho 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.