Springfield Technical Community College Springfield, Massachusetts

The Dental Assistant program at Springfield Technical Community College provides comprehensive training in all aspects of assisting in a modern dental practice. Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, this program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as vital members of the dental team. Students will learn chairside assisting techniques, gain expertise in dental practice management, and master the principles of dental radiology. Furthermore, the curriculum covers working with diverse dental materials and implementing stringent infection control protocols. With a focus on both clinical and administrative responsibilities, the program prepares graduates for a rewarding career in a field experiencing rapid growth. This one-year certificate program is designed to make students highly employable in regional dental offices, contributing to high-quality patient care while meeting the increasing demand for skilled dental assistants.

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