The Dental Assisting Program trains students to aid dentists and dental hygienists with day-to-day tasks. Dental assistants’ duties vary based on their employers’ needs but typically include organizing tools, preparing patients and office management tasks. The certificate program is designed for students who live in a state where licensure does not require a full degree or those who are already working and want to expand their knowledge base. This program requires a separate application in addition to the application for general admission to OTC. Once admitted, students choose one of two tracks: Traditional or Hybrid. The Hybrid Track provides a significant portion of the learning activities online. Students will attend laboratory classes on campus and at outside clinical sites. To view application details, visit otc.edu/alliedhealth. Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Successful completion of this exam makes the student a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).

The Dental Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.

Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.