Flint Hills Technical College Emporia, Kansas

The Dental Assisting program at Flint Hills Technical College is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel as integral members of a dental team. Offering both a one-year technical certificate and a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree, the program provides comprehensive training in all aspects of dental assisting, from chair-side procedures and radiography to office management and patient care. A key component of the program is a real-world internship, allowing students to apply their learning in a practical setting. High school seniors can even get a jump start by taking courses early. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue diverse career opportunities in general and specialty dental practices, dental labs, and even sales. Moreover, the program positions graduates to take the DANB exam, enhancing their credentials on a national scale and those who complete their AAS degree have several pathways to pursue a bachelor’s degree. With a focus on hands-on experience and industry-recognized certifications, Flint Hills Technical College’s Dental Assisting program provides a strong foundation for a rewarding career in the growing field of allied health.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Flint Hills 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.