St Cloud Technical and Community College Saint Cloud, Minnesota

The Dental Assistant program at St. Cloud Technical & Community College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge to excel as integral members of a dental healthcare team. Through a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on experience, students master chairside assisting, infection control protocols, instrument preparation, and expanded functions like sealant application and temporary crown fabrication. The curriculum emphasizes the use of innovative technologies in radiography and office management, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the modern dental practice. Beyond technical skills, the program fosters professionalism and prepares students for state board exams, leading to certification and licensure. Graduates enjoy strong employment prospects in diverse settings, including private practices, clinics, specialty offices, and even opportunities in dental product sales and OSHA compliance. With a focus on practical application and industry relevance, the program provides a solid foundation for a rewarding career in the growing field of dental assisting.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at St Cloud Technical and 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.