Porter and Chester Institute's (PCI) Dental Assisting program can be completed in as few as 10 months. This program is offered in a hybrid format, meaning lectures can be accessed online and labs are attended on-campus. The following campuses offer this program to students:

Connecticut

• Bridgeport
• Hamden
• New London
• Rocky Hill
• Waterbury

Massachusetts

• Brockton
• Chicopee
• Worcester

While in the program, students take courses that will prepare them for specifics within the Dental Assisting field. Some of these include:

• Dental Radiography
• Chairside Procedures
• Dental Sciences
• Dental Specialties
• Dental Emergencies
• The Administrative Assistant
• Laboratory Procedures

There are certain skills that individuals will learn while enrolled in this program. Among these are:

• How to take and develop digital and analog x-rays
• How to assist with crown and bridge work
• How to mix various dental materials
• How to provide patient education
• How to prepare and clean-up operatory and instruments
• How to take vital signs
• How to assist the dentist in chairside procedures

If you're ready to learn more information about the Dental Assisting program such as tuition cost, scheduling, financial aid, and more, visit the program description page. If you want to enroll, visit the online application portal to get started.