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Dental Assistant

Are you curious about becoming a Dental Assistant? Centura College’s comprehensive Dental Assistant Diploma program equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel in this rewarding field.

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Program Overview

Prepare for a dynamic role in a dental office with Centura College’s curriculum. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll perform a variety of functions, including assisting the Dentist during chairside procedures, processing X-rays, preparing dental instruments for patient treatment, and educating patients on oral hygiene and care.

career opportunities

A career as a Dental Assistant can be incredibly rewarding. Dentists and patients alike rely on Dental Assistants for efficient office operations and smooth chairside procedures. In Virginia and across the United States, the job market for Dental Assistants offers numerous growth and employment opportunities according to the U.S. Bureau of National Labor Statistics, with job outlook growing at a faster than average rate of 7% from 2022 to 2032.

format and duration

  • Diploma
  • Program length: 12 months
  • Day courses: between 8:30am – 4:30pm
  • Night courses: between 4:30pm – 11:30pm

Dental Psychology

In Dental Psychology, delve into the examination of psychological factors influencing dental patient behavior. Students will gain familiarity with strategies to address and alleviate fears and anxieties related to dentistry, along with an emphasis on fostering effective team building within the dental practice. Among the subjects covered:

  • Communication skills for patient interaction
  • Approaches to patients with specific psychiatric and medical conditions
  • Knowledge and sensitivity required for diverse patient scenarios

Dental Emergency Management

Dental Emergency Management is designed to familiarize students with recognizing and addressing common emergencies within a dental office setting. This course details a spectrum of emergency scenarios and corresponding topics including:

  • Obstructed airways (choking
  • Unconscious patients
  • Chest pain, stroke and breathing problems
  • Allergic reactions, seizures, and diabetic emergencies
  • How to measure blood pressure, temperatures, pulse, and respirations
  • Infant, child and adult CPR with AED certification

personality assessment

Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!

Financial Aid

We help develop a personalized financial plan for every student at Centura College.

Investing in the right education now pays higher dividends when you start your new career. To assist you in making the cost of attending Centura affordable, we offer assistance as you plan to begin your academic career. All prospective students talk with one of our Financial Aid Advisors to develop a financial plan, discuss qualifications and obtain any necessary applications.

Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with options to make best education investment in yourself, both realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best. Fill out the form NOW!

Centura is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a proprietary institution of higher education for the purpose of student participation in federal grant and loan programs. Centura’s training is also approved to accept various types of military tuition assistance and veteran benefits for active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their dependents.

The school also has tuition payment plans available if you are using income from a part-time job, family, or personal resources to meet tuition obligations. There are also scholarships, scholarship match program and private, non-federal loan sources available. A plan tailored to meet your needs while attending school can be arranged. Check with your Financial Aid Advisor for full details on tuition payment schedules.

Some of the many types of financial aid and assistance options available to qualified students are:

  • Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Federal Pell Grants
  • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
  • Federal Family Educational Loan Programs
  • Federal Subsidized Stafford Loans
  • PLUS Loans
  • Military Tuition Assistance
  • Veteran Benefits
  • Rehabilitative Services
  • Veteran Survivors Benefits
  • Scholarships
  • Scholarship Match Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Centura College

Convenient campus locations close to home and work, day and night classes available, career placement assistance for all graduates, focused, career-oriented education, hands-on training in classroom labs, instructors with real-world experience bring learning to life, Financial aid available for those who qualify, business and industry leaders provide input on training and trends, military tuition assistance and veterans’ benefits for those who qualify, free tutoring support.

How to apply?

It’s easy! To start the application process, simply fill up above form!

Where Can I Explore Programs Options?

Select a program from section above or top navigation to explore options for your new future.

Do you offer financial aid?

Fortunately, we at Centura College have a dedicated team to assist students with financing their education. There are many payment options available to students. Simply read above section!
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Our Locations

Chesapeake, Virginia

Centura Chesapeake
1150 Greenbrier Parkway,
Chesapeake, VA 23320

Newport News, Virginia

Centura Newport News
616 Denbigh Blvd,
Newport News, VA 23608

Norfolk, Virginia

Centura Norfolk
7020 N Military Hwy,
Norfolk, VA 23518

*Not all programs are offered at all locations.