Pearl River Community College Poplarville, Mississippi

Pearl River Community College’s Dental Assisting program is a comprehensive 12-month course designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in the dental field. Beginning each Fall semester, the program offers two distinct degree pathways: a Technical Degree and an Associate of Applied Science. A core focus of the program is preparing students to excel on the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) exam, enabling them to become Certified Dental Assistants (CDAs). The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training, covering essential areas like dental science, procedures, materials, and infection control. With state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to professional development, Pearl River Community College aims to instill confidence, competence, and a drive for continuous learning in its students. The program’s mission is to encourage further education in the dental field and open doors to advanced career opportunities for graduates.

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