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One of the rapidly expanding fields in the allied health industry today, dental assisting is defying the current trend of rising unemployment. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, dental assisting is one occupation predicted to continue growing for years to come. Rising population, and a subsequent increase in demand for quality dentistry have resulted in an increased demand for dental assistants to help handle the additional workload.

Dental assistants are flexible, versatile people in a dental practice or clinic. They perform a wide range of duties under the supervision of a dentist – from front office administration to clinical and radiologic procedures. An ideal dental assistant is one who can think on their feet, quickly prioritize tasks, anticipate the needs of others on the team, communicate well and be proficient and confident in their ever expanding list of duties.
If you’re thinking of getting into a stable profession where you can also be stimulated and given opportunities to help people and make good money, dental assisting may be for you. The diverse duties and responsibilities of a dental assistant make it easy to get ahead and branch out into related occupations, if desired.

About the Program

Lincoln College of Technology offers a program to get you on the path to a career as a dental assistant. Lincoln’s program incorporates both the basic technical knowledge and practical skills needed to help a dental office flow smoothly.
Lincoln’s dental programs offer students the opportunity to learn four-handed dentistry, dental radiology, diagnostics, chairside assistance, surgical procedures, just to name a few. On the administrative side, Lincoln’s program teaches students the ins and outs of office administration.

Graduates may further their chances of getting a good job by sitting for the Radiography National Board Examination and obtaining a license.

Lincoln also offers career services to allow graduates to quickly put their new skills and knowledge to use. Need a well-written resume? Want to practice interview techniques? Want to get that edge over others in the job market? Lincoln can provide the guidance to do just that.

Accreditation

Lincoln College of Technology’s campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT), both agencies recognized by the U.S. Board of Education.

Student Requirements

Lincoln College may accept applicants who don’t have a high school diploma or GED. Contact an admissions representative for more information.

Tuition Information

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the typical tuition for an academic year at Lincoln College of Technology is $13,000 to $14,000. For more accurate figures, check with a school representative

Qualified students may be eligible for financial assistance in the form of federal and state grants, student loans, alternative loans and a tuition payment plan. Contact a financial aid representative for more information

School Locations

Lincoln College of Technology is part of a larger network which has 41 campuses in Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee and Texas. The dental assisting program can be found in the campuses at Orlando, St. Petersburg and West Palm Beach, Florida, and Lincoln, Rhode Island.

General Information

Lincoln College of Technology is part of a network institutions called the Lincoln Group of Schools. Campus offerings vary by location, with programs that train for jobs in the allied health industry, business, computers and information technology, culinary arts, automotive technology, electronic engineering, HVAC and cosmetology. Lincoln schools offer 4-year and 2-year degrees, as well as certificate programs. Lincoln Schools also offer classes online.

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