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Having a recession-proof job can be quite a boon in these days of economic uncertainty. The allied healthcare professions have proven to be some of of the most stable jobs out there. Dental assisting, in particular, is not just a stable field, but is one of the most rapidly growing professions in the U.S.

Dental assistants are becoming an increasingly more important part of a dental practice. These versatile individuals are responsible for a variety of things: front office duties, billing, chairside assisting, x-rays, preparation of materials for procedures, and the list goes on. Dentists are becoming more reliant on dental assistants to keep the practice flowing smoothly, deal with patients in a friendly and professional manner, and be an extra pair of hands, when needed.

If you’re looking to jump into a new career that provides stability as well as opportunities to get ahead, dental assisting might be the right choice for you. Dental assisting can be a stimulating, rewarding career, with skills that can translate into lucrative opportunities, and even a flexible schedule.

About the Program

Concorde Career Institute provides the necessary training to take advantage of the rapidly growing dental assistant field. Through its program, students learn the various aspects of the job.

They get trained in administrative duties such as working with insurance, processing accounts, maintaining records and supplies, charting and patient scheduling.

Students will also get training in clinical procedures, like x-rays, administering flouride treatments and CPR. In addition, they are also given the skills to prepare for and assist with dental procedures. The program also includes hands-on, real world, on the job training.

In addition to the dental assisting coursework, Concorde Career Institute also offers a variety of services to its students, to help them get ahead in their careers. Career counseling, employment advice and job placement assistance are all part of Concorde’s plan to help their students get ahead. A small class-to-faculty ratio ensures that students get the help and attention they need.

Accreditation

The vast majority of Concorde Career Institute’s 12 campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT), an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Arlington, TX campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), also recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Only the Memphis, TN does not report accreditation on its web page.

Student Requirements

You may be able to get admitted for Concorde Career Institute’s dental assisting program without a high school diploma or GED. Contact an admissions representative for more information.

Tuition Information

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the tuition for Concorde Career Institute’s dental assisting program ranges from $11,500 to $13,500, depending on the campus. For more specific information, contact a Concorde Career Institute representative.

Qualified students may be eligible for federal financial aid programs, like the Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) , subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford Loans, and PLUS Loans.

School Locations

Concorde Career Institute offers the dental assistant program at all 12 campuses: Arlington, Texas; Garden Grove, North Hollywood, San Bernardino and San Diego, California; Aurora, Colorado; Jacksonville, Miramar and Tampa, Florida; Kansas City, Missouri; Memphis, Tennessee; and Portland, Oregon.

General Information

Concorde Career Institute is a private career training institute that specializes in training people for various careers in the healthcare field. The institute offers courses in degree programs in nursing, radiologic technology and respiratory therapy, as well as training in dental, medical and physical therapy assisting, as well as insurance coding and billing, massage therapy, medical administrative assisting, patient care and surgical technology and vocational nursing. Concorde’s programs are generally less than two years long.

According to Concorde Career Institute’s mission statement, “Students learn by demonstration, study and practice in classroom, laboratory and on-the-job settings. They work with equipment and instruments under the supervision of trained faculty.”

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