In this certificate program, you will learn how to work as an effective entry-level dental assistant. At Pima Medical Institute, we provide hands-on, real-world training plus the communication, administrative and assisting skills necessary to work in this position. From assisting during a variety of treatment procedures to helping patients feel comfortable and performing office management responsibilities, dental assistants are valuable members of any dental care team.
Pima Medical Institute, Tucson Campus, is a healthcare training institution in Tucson, Arizona. Its occupational fields include Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Associate's Degree in Radiology Technician, Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapist, Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology, Dental Assistant, and Medical Assistant, among others. The campus provides hands-on training in remodeled classrooms, study areas, real-world laboratories, training facilities, and a nursing simulation lab with arena seating. Located at the former site of Townsend Middle School, the campus also includes a courtyard and offers programs connected to nursing, imaging, respiratory care, surgical services, dental care, and medical assisting. Pima Medical Institute was founded in Tucson and maintains a campus focused on healthcare education and community service.