About
The Dental Assistant certification program at Grand Rapids Community College - Main Campus is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to become a successful dental assistant. The program consists of classroom lectures, laboratory activities, and clinical experiences that cover all aspects of dental assisting, including patient care, infection control, radiography, and dental materials. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for the national certification exam and are ready to begin a rewarding career in dental assisting.
Organization
Grand Rapids Community College - Main Campus
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids Community College, headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI, is a public higher education institution with a century-long history of educational service, founded in 1914. It offers over 145 career, transfer, and certificate programs and partners with over 345 companies for custom workforce training, providing seamless transfer opportunities to more than 35 college and university programs. The college annually awards $1.1 million in scholarships to over 1,000 students, fostering a supportive environment that inspires and empowers students to succeed and contribute to the community. Its Phlebotomy Skills for Healthcare program is delivered in a hybrid format, preparing students for certification and employment.
Highlights:
- Michigan's first community college with over 100 years of history
- Seamless transfer to more than 35 college and university programs
- Strong workforce development partnerships
- Hybrid-delivered Phlebotomy Skills for Healthcare program prepares students for certification and employment
- Awards $1.1 million in scholarships annually to over 1,000 students