Blue Mountain Community College Pendleton, Oregon

The Dental Assisting Technician program at Blue Mountain Community College provides a fast-track, comprehensive education for aspiring dental assistants. This one-year certificate program equips students with the crucial skills and knowledge needed to excel in modern dental practices. The curriculum covers a wide range of essential areas, from chairside assisting and radiographic techniques to infection control protocols and dental office management. With a strong emphasis on hands-on training, ethical considerations, and patient care, graduates will be prepared to confidently support dentists and provide exceptional service to patients. Furthermore, the program integrates vital components of dental law, medical emergencies, and health education. Completion of the program ensures that students are well-versed in the latest industry standards and are ready to embark on a rewarding career in dental assisting. Coursework may also be applicable towards the career and technical credits needed for an associate’s degree.

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