Take the first step toward a meaningful career in dental care today
Behind every healthy smile is a skilled dental professional. At CLC, our Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene programs give you the hands-on training and expertise to become an essential part of the dental care team.
Choose between our 11-month Dental Assisting Diploma, the Dental Assisting A.A.S. Degree and the Dental Hygiene A.A.S. Degree. Each program is designed with hands-on training at the core and are all fully accredited. In our newly expanded, state-of-the-art campus dental clinic, you’ll gain real-world experience, assisting in a professional setting and performing independent tasks under the State Dental Practice Act.
Location: Brainerd Campus
Fast Facts
Our programs are accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
The dental hygiene program application window is open annually January 1 through March 1.
Train with real-world tools in our new state-of-the-art campus dental clinic!
US Annual Job Openings 16,400
Currently Employed
214,100
“While the program is intensive and the work is substantial, one of our primary goals is to efficiently guide students through the curriculum and into employment opportunities. With dedication and commitment, students can apply themselves will be positioned for success.”
Katie Thalberg
Program Director
“One of the reasons I like this program is because it’s so hands on.”
Nola
Dental Assisting student
The CLC Promise
Central Lakes College promises to provide you with an extraordinary education
that is affordable, accessible and enhances quality of your life.
Program Instructors
*Source: CareerOneStop – US Dept. of Labor — Dental Hygienist