Join the Dental Profession in only 200 hours of training!
NCC’s Dental Assisting certificate program features hands-on instruction and clinical observation to train participants for chairside dental assisting. Program instruction includes preparation of instruments, materials and equipment; assessment and education of clients; and preparing the client for his/her appointment. Also includes an externship arranged by the College. Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration. For questions, please call 610.332.6585 or email healthcare@northampton.edu.
Our next session will be offered in the Summer of 2026!
Stay tuned for more information and for details around our next info session! If you’d like to be notified when more information is available, email healthcare@northampton.edu.
In the meantime, get started on our Dental Assisting Enrollment Checklist.
Additional Program Requirements & Important Info
- Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED
- Pennsylvania Criminal Background and FBI Criminal Background clearances
- Pennsylvania Child Abuse History clearance
- Immunizations/titers - Mantoux (TB) (series of two) and Hepatitis B Immunization (series of three)
- BLS for Healthcare Providers (due prior to externship)
- Additional fees for enrollment requirements (estimate $500) are the responsibility of the student.
- All students must attend a mandatory orientation session at the Fowler Family Southside Center campus.
