{"id":4012,"date":"2020-11-23T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-23T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the-roar.net\/?p=4012"},"modified":"2021-02-03T17:08:34","modified_gmt":"2021-02-04T01:08:34","slug":"why-you-should-pursue-a-career-in-dental-assisting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/the-roar.net\/?p=4012","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Pursue a Career in Dental Assisting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Schools.com voted the San Jos\u00e9 City College Dental Assisting program no. 1 in 2018<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you truly love going to your bi-annual teeth cleaning, or you\u2019re just interested in a stable health career, becoming a dental assistant is a fantastic option that you should consider. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Completing a dental assisting program at San Jos\u00e9 City College<\/a> could jumpstart your career fast, and set you on the path that you\u2019ve always wanted for yourself. Here\u2019s why dental assisting is a wise career choice, and what you need to know about our programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 Reasons a Dental Assisting Program is a Good Career Move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s start with the exciting stuff. What\u2019s so great about dental assisting?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Job Security <\/strong>\u2014 Like other health careers, dental assistants don\u2019t have to worry about fluctuating trends or high unemployment rates in their sector. Oral health is a universal need. And over the next 10 years, dental assistant positions are expected to increase by 7%<\/a>, which is faster than the average rate for all jobs.<\/li>
  2. Start Working Fast<\/strong> \u2014 Our dental assisting programs can be completed in 11 months or two years. If you\u2019re serious about your career, you can find a job as a dental assistant less than a year after you begin the program.<\/li>
  3. Grow in Your Career<\/strong> \u2014 You can always continue your education and professional development after becoming a dental assistant. You may want to do a dental assistant to hygienist bridge program or pursue other dental career options. This could also increase your income. But considering that you\u2019ll be able to start working right away, a dental assistant salary<\/a> is a great wage.<\/li>
  4. Help People Stay Healthy<\/strong> \u2014 Doctors and health experts are realizing more and more the importance of oral health, and how it affects every aspect of our general health and wellbeing<\/a>. Being a dental assistant is a generous and essential career.<\/li>
  5. Consistent Work Schedule<\/strong> \u2014 Most dental offices have a fixed schedule Monday through Friday. So if you\u2019re looking for some stability and consistency in your schedule, you\u2019ll love being a dental assistant. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Here’s how dental assisting programs at SJCC <\/a>will ensure your professional success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why You Should Choose Dental Assisting at SJCC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The Dental Assistant Program at SJCC<\/a> was voted #1 by schools.com<\/a> in 2018, and it continues to flourish. At the core of the SJCC community is a wholehearted desire to support students achieve their goals and succeed in their careers. A diverse and vibrant community in the center of Silicon Valley also offers students a special experience as they study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Graduate Samantha L. Elias (Certificate in Dental Assisting 2020) agrees. After completing the program, she said: \u201cThe Dental Assisting Program at SJCC was one of the best experiences I ever had, and it\u2019s taken me to the next level of my career.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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