Luzerne County Community College Nanticoke, Pennsylvania

The Expanded Functions Dental Assisting (EFDA) diploma program at Luzerne County Community College is designed to equip students with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in the field of dental assisting, with a special emphasis on expanded duties. This part-time program goes beyond the scope of traditional dental assisting, preparing students to perform advanced procedures such as applying sealants, taking impressions, coronal polishing, applying topical anesthetic or fluoride, and placing amalgam and composite resin restorations. The curriculum focuses on developing marketable skills in clinical procedures, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to meet the criteria set by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry and become certified EFDAs. Graduates of this program gain a competitive edge, often earning higher salaries due to their advanced capabilities and specialized training. This program is ideal for individuals seeking a rewarding career in dental assisting with opportunities for growth and advancement.

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