Minneapolis Community and Technical College offers a one-year evening diploma program in dental assisting. Applicants must currently work in a dental office with at least one year of relevant work experience. This program consists of coursework in basic theoretical science, dental science, dental materials, radiology, chair-side assisting and clinical applications. Students also learn to provide basic patient care, assist with administrative office tasks and perform basic laboratory duties.
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
1501 Hennepin Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55403
800-247-0911
minneapolis.edu
Herzing University offers flexible scheduling in its educational programs that allows students to complete coursework in the morning, afternoon or evening. Many courses are also available in an online distance-learning format. Both a 14-month diploma and an 18-month associate degree program are available in dental assisting. Course topics include chair-side assisting, dental science, professional communication, dental materials, radiology, dental management, ethics and legal issues, customer service and professional development. An internship in a professional clinical setting is also a requirement. The degree program includes additional general education coursework in the liberal arts and sciences.
Herzing University
5570 W. Broadway
Minneapolis, MN 55428
763-535-3000
herzing.edu
Century College offers both a diploma and associate degree program that students can earn on a full-time or part-time basis. Evening and online courses are available. Major-level courses include pre-clinical dental assisting skills, dental materials, radiology, chair-side assisting, dental specialties, nitrous oxide sedation and advanced dental assisting functions. This program requires three professional internship courses. The degree program also includes general education courses in English, communication, critical thinking, chemistry, social and behavioral science, humanities and fine art. The college also offers a short certificate in dental practice management.
Century College
3300 Century Ave. N.
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
800-228-1978
century.edu