Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro Murfreesboro, Tennessee

The Dental Assisting program at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro is designed to equip individuals with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to excel as dental assistants. This intensive, full-time program spans eight months and focuses on providing students with a well-rounded education covering both theoretical and practical aspects of the profession. The curriculum encompasses a broad range of subjects including dental anatomy, radiology, materials, and operative dentistry. Furthermore, the program incorporates crucial elements such as infection control, oral pathology, and pharmacology, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to assist dentists in a variety of procedures. A key component is the Clinical Externship, which provides invaluable hands-on experience in a real-world setting. Upon completion, graduates will be ready to pursue rewarding careers in dental offices, clinics, and educational institutions, contributing to patient care under the supervision of a dentist.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro 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.