Dental Assistant School Blair County, Pennsylvania

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center Altoona, Pennsylvania

Comprehensive three-year program designed to prepare students as integral members of a dental health care team.
Hands-on experience in preparing patients for treatment, maintaining treatment areas, and sterilizing instruments.
Training in exposing, processing, and mounting dental radiographs, preparing students for the Radiation Health and Safety component of the Dental Association National Board exam.
Emphasis on chairside assisting, recording vital signs, recognizing emergencies, and CPR certification.
Focus on the legal and ethical aspects of dentistry, and education in the prevention of dental diseases.
Opportunity to participate in the Cooperative Education program during the senior year, gaining real-world experience in a dental office.
Potential to earn college credit through articulation and dual enrollment opportunities.

Hands-on training prepares students for employment as professional Chairside Assistants.
Comprehensive curriculum covering dental assisting basics, infection control, radiology, and dental specialties.
Open-entry program allows students to start at the beginning of each month, space permitting.
Focus on legal, moral, and ethical principles in patient care.
High completion (83%) and job placement (93%) rates.
Opportunities for high school students to start the program and gain valuable skills.
Supportive learning environment with caring instructors focused on student success.