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Program Outlines
The Herzing University dental assisting programs prepare graduates for the wide range of work they will be handling as professionals. This includes both hands-on patient care as well as the equally important tasks related to office scheduling, patient payments and treatment records.
Dental Assisting Program Comparison Chart
Program availability varies by location.
| Program | Credits | Months |
| Diploma in Dental Assisting | 47 | 16 |
| Associate of Applied Science in Dental Assisting | 68 | 20 |
CODA Accredited
The program in dental assisting is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. (The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. The Commission's web address is: http://www.ada.org/100.aspx.)
Diploma in Dental Assisting
These diploma programs prepare graduates to successfully perform chair-side assisting, laboratory procedures, administrative duties and other expanded functions. Download Program Course Sheet
Associate of Applied Science in Dental Assisting
In addition to mastering the dental assisting duties as listed for the diploma, graduates of this program also gain a well-rounded background with the degree-required general education courses. They are prepared to enter a bachelor’s degree program such as the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management. Download Program Course Sheet
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ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN DENTAL ASSISTING
CIP Codes:
51.0601
Semesters:
5
Tuition Range:
$27,300-$28,500
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
19
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$15,717
On-time Completion:
31.58%
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
75%
SOC:
25-1071; 31-9091
Occupational Title:
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary; Dental Assistants
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1071.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9091.00
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DIPLOMA IN DENTAL ASSISTING
CIP Codes:
51.0601
Semesters:
4
Tuition Range:
$21,840-$31,440
Number of Graduates in Cohort:
58
Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:
$15,923
On-time Completion:
65.52%
Available Graduate Employment Rate:
92.00%
SOC:
25-1071; 31-9091
Occupational Title:
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary; Dental Assistants
O*Net Links:
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1071.00 http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9091.00
- Clinical Medical Assisting
- Dental Hygiene
- Health Information Management
- Healthcare Management
- Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist
- Medical Assisting Services
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Medical Office Administration
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Radiologic Technology
- Surgical Technology
- Therapeutic Massage
Our Accreditation
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Learn more about our special undergraduate program and graduate program accreditations.
