Western Dakota Technical College Rapid City, South Dakota

Western Dakota Technical College’s Dental Assisting program offers a comprehensive diploma designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel as competent members of a dental healthcare team. Accredited and approved by relevant boards, the program focuses on direct patient care, assisting dentists during procedures, and performing essential tasks like taking radiographs and impressions. Students will also learn to educate patients on oral hygiene, apply preventive agents, and manage infection control protocols, ensuring they are well-rounded professionals. Moreover, the program includes training in office management, preparing graduates for diverse roles in dental practices. With a curriculum aligned with certification requirements, graduates are well-prepared to become Certified Dental Assistants and make a significant contribution to quality oral healthcare. Opportunities exist for graduates in various dental specialties, as well as in sales and marketing within the dental industry.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Western Dakota Technical 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.