
Dental Assisting Technology and Management (ATD)
Hours & Location
Day Program
1230 Hours / 40 Weeks
Cost
Tuition and lab $6665.55 plus books, uniforms and fees
Testing Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Application & Links
Health Requirements
OVERVIEW
Deliver high quality patient care through advanced clinical experiences in general dental and specialty offices
Perform dental operations including x-rays, chair side assistance, instrument transfer, and teeth impressions
Coach children and adults on the importance of oral health
CAREER FOCUS
Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
Average Salary
$46,240 /year
Community Partners and Recent Employers of Graduates:
- Oxford Dental Associates
- Seaside Children’s Dentistry
- Heartland Dental
- Dental Specialist of North Florida
- Modern Day Dental
- St. Johns Pediatric Dentistry
- Smiles by Glenos and Hadgis
- Head Start, St. Johns County
- Great Expressions
- Aspen Dental
- Bright Smiles Pediatrics

WHAT YOU'll LEARN
Instruction
- Assisting with local anesthesia
- Chair side dental assisting
- Dental radiography
- eDental charting
- Hands-on experience in local dental offices
- Unpaid Externship
- Manipulation of dental materials
- Medical & dental emergencies
- Preventative hygiene & education
- Sterilization techniques
- Taking & charting vital signs
Industry Certifications
- Qualify to sit for NELDA (National Entry Level Dental Assisting)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- County Health Department
- Dental Insurance
- Dentist Office
- Dentist Office Manager
- Specialty Practice
OUR NUMBERS
Discover how First Coast Technical College prepares students for the Health Sciences industry.
Based upon the 2024 Council on Occupational Education Annual Report CPL data pulled from 2022 – 2023.
Steps to Enroll
Step 1‐ Attend a Program Information Session & Tour
Step 2‐ Apply for Federal Student Aid
Step 3‐ Submit Your Transcripts
Step 4‐ Apply for Your Program
Step 5‐ Secure Your Seat
Step 6‐ Register for Your Classes
Instructor / Contact
Name: Melissa Taylor
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (904) 547-3485
Fax: (904) 547-3614
Name: Donna Richardson
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (904) 547-3470
Fax: (904) 547-3614
Are you ready to jumpstart your career?