Who wouldn’t want teeth as white as the brightest snow at the top of the Rockies? Help others find their perfect smile by becoming a Colorado dental assistant. Find any number of excellent schools in Denver, Colorado Springs, Grand Junction or virtually anywhere in the Centennial State. Attend school in a traditional classroom setting or learn online – the choice is yours!
As a Colorado dental assistant, you will:
- Work closely with, and under the supervision, of a dentist
- Perform a variety of patient care, office and lab duties
- Gather and sterilize instruments
- Work with patients to take dental x-rays and process film
Some career figures for dental assistant professionals in Colorado:
- Average annual salary: $38,150
- Currently employed: 6,020
- Employment outlook: 36% growth
- Most popular degrees: Associate’s, Certificate
Figures courtesy of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Employment & Wages database.