Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES Liverpool, New York

The Dental Assisting program at Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the fast-paced and rewarding field of dental assisting. This comprehensive program typically runs for a school year and covers a wide range of topics, including dental anatomy, chairside assisting techniques, sterilization procedures, dental radiology, and office administration. Students will learn how to prepare patients for treatment, assist the dentist during procedures, take dental impressions, and manage dental records. A significant component of the program involves hands-on clinical experiences, either in simulated dental office settings within the BOCES facility or through externships at local dental practices. These experiences allow students to apply their classroom learning in a real-world setting, building confidence and competence. Upon completion of the program, graduates are well-prepared to pursue entry-level positions as dental assistants in various dental settings, including general dentistry practices, specialized dental offices (e.g., orthodontics, periodontics), and public health clinics. The program also emphasizes the importance of professional development and prepares students to pursue relevant certifications, such as the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), significantly boosting their career prospects.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES 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.