Massasoit Community College Brockton, Massachusetts

The Dental Assistant program at Massasoit Community College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career as a dental assistant. This comprehensive program typically spans one to two years and provides a solid foundation in dental sciences, infection control, radiography, chairside assisting, and office management. Students will learn to assist dentists during a variety of procedures, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, take and develop radiographs, and provide patient education. A significant portion of the program is dedicated to hands-on clinical training, allowing students to practice their skills in a simulated or real dental office environment. Graduates will be prepared to take relevant certification exams, such as those for radiology and CPR, and to pursue entry-level positions in general dentistry, specialized dental practices, and public health clinics. Successful completion of the program can lead to rewarding career opportunities with excellent growth potential within the dental field.

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