Forsyth Technical Community College Winston Salem, North Carolina

The Dental Assisting Diploma program at Forsyth Technical Community College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for a successful career in the dental field. This comprehensive one-year program provides instruction in biomedical, dental, and clinical sciences, along with extensive hands-on training in chairside assisting, radiography, dental materials, infection control, and preventive dentistry. The curriculum fosters a strong understanding of the dental team concept, ethical conduct, and the importance of lifelong learning. With a selective admissions process focusing on academic merit and strict attendance policies, the program maintains high standards. Graduates consistently demonstrate excellent performance on the Dental Assisting National Board exam and achieve high job placement rates within the region, making this diploma a valuable stepping stone to a rewarding career as a dental assistant.

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