Western Iowa Tech Community College Sioux City, Iowa

The Dental Assistant program at Western Iowa Tech Community College is a comprehensive two-semester diploma program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel as dental assistants. Through a blend of classroom instruction (including online options) and hands-on practice in a state-of-the-art lab, students gain expertise in crucial areas like infection control, chairside assisting, radiography, patient education, and basic business office procedures. The program emphasizes practical application through multiple clinic settings, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for real-world scenarios. Upon completion, graduates are eligible for licensure in Iowa and national certification, opening doors to career opportunities across the United States. With a curriculum that meets national accreditation standards, Western Iowa Tech’s Dental Assistant program provides a solid foundation for a rewarding career in the dental field.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Western Iowa Tech Community 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.