Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College Rockford, Illinois

The Dental Assistant program at Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as entry-level dental assistants. This program typically combines classroom instruction with hands-on laboratory experience in a simulated dental office, allowing students to practice essential skills such as chairside assisting, taking dental radiographs (x-rays), sterilizing instruments, and managing dental office procedures. The curriculum often includes courses in dental terminology, infection control, dental materials, and patient communication. A key component of the program is an externship or clinical rotation in a real dental office, providing invaluable real-world experience working alongside dental professionals. Upon completion of the program, graduates are typically prepared to seek employment in a variety of dental settings, including general dentistry practices, specialty dental offices (such as orthodontics or periodontics), and public health clinics. Graduates may also be prepared to sit for relevant certification exams, enhancing their career prospects.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career 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.
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