Salish Kootenai College Pablo, Montana

Salish Kootenai College’s Dental Assisting Technology program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel as dental assisting professionals. What sets this program apart is its commitment to preparing graduates to be assets to dental healthcare teams, with a strong emphasis on cultural sensitivity and addressing the unique dental health needs of Native American communities. Students gain practical experience through an on-site dental clinic, where they work directly with dentists and patients. The program focuses on critical areas such as patient communication, clinical charting, and ethical practice, while also providing thorough job readiness training, including resume preparation and mock interviews. Graduates have the option of pursuing a Certificate of Completion, which allows them to take the Dental Assisting National Board Exam to become a Certified Dental Assistant. With its accreditation and focus on hands-on learning, the program prepares students for entry-level positions, such as general chairside dental assistants or dental hygiene assistants, ready to make a positive impact in the dental field.

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