Prairie State College Chicago Heights, Illinois

Prairie State College’s Dental Assistant program offers a robust curriculum designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in the dental field. This comprehensive program provides hands-on training in essential skills, from assisting dentists with procedures and taking x-rays to managing patient records and scheduling appointments. Students will gain practical experience through clinical externships, working alongside dental professionals in real-world settings. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including dental materials, radiology, and specialized dental procedures, ensuring graduates are well-versed in the latest industry practices. Upon completion, students are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) examination, opening doors to employment in various settings, from general dentistry to specialized practices like orthodontics and oral surgery. Many students choose this program as a springboard to further their education in dental hygiene or even dental school, highlighting its value as a foundation for a successful career in dentistry.

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