Los Rios Community College District
Dental Assisting
Dental Assisting at Los Rios Community College District is offered as an Associate of Science and as a Certificate through Sacramento City College. The program is appropriate for students seeking a vocational pathway into clinical and chairside dental support roles or for current workers wanting formal credentials.
What you'll study
The published listing does not enumerate specific courses or modules. Typically, programs listed as Dental Assisting cover clinical chairside procedures, infection control, radiography, dental materials, and administrative duties; however, consult the SCC Dental Assisting program page or academic catalog for exact course offerings and competencies.
Entry requirements
The program entry requirements are not specified in the listing. Applicants should check Sacramento City College admissions pages or contact the Allied Health department for prerequisites, application steps, and any required documentation or screening.
Career prospects
The catalog entry indicates this is a vocational program intended to prepare students for dental assisting roles. Graduates typically pursue positions as dental assistants in private dental offices, community clinics, or public health settings, or continue their education in allied dental professions.
Scholarships & funding angle
The listing does not detail financial aid specific to this program. Prospective students can explore general Los Rios District scholarships, federal/state financial aid, and SCC-specific awards; employer tuition assistance and workforce development grants are other possible funding sources to investigate.
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