Dental Assistant for Non-Native English Speakers
Applications Are Now Open!
Dental Assistant for Non-Native English Speakers is designed for intermediate and advanced English language learners (ELLs) who want to become dental assistants. Bucks County Community College offers this accelerated evening program, which you can complete in five months. Career counseling and job placement assistance are also available.
The program includes two courses:
- English for Dental Assisting: A self-paced, 40-hour course that builds dental assistant specific vocabulary and English skills.
- Dental Assistant: A hybrid course with one weekly class on campus and one live online. This course teaches the skills needed to work as a dental assistant and prepare for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam.
For more information about this exceptional program, call 215-497-8744, email alliedhealth@bucks.edu or complete the request for information form.
Program Cost
The Dental Assistant for Non-Native English Speakers costs $4,100. You may be eligible to participate for free through PA CareerLink® funding. Payment plans are also available. Contact our office for more details.
Spring Course Offerings
The Dental Assistant course is a hybrid format held two days a week. Each week includes one in-person session and one live online session on Zoom. You must attend both sessions.
| Course ID | Course Name | Cost | Day & Time | Dates | Location | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHPAH 2000 WB1 | English for Dental Assisting | $1,700 | – | Jan 1 - Feb 12 | – | Self-Paced |
| WHPAH 3000 WB2 | Dental Assisting | $2,400 | Monday & Wednesday 6:30-9:30 p.m. |
Feb 17 - June 21 | Newtown | Hybrid |
| WHPAH 3000 WB4 | Dental Assisting | $2,400 | Tuesday & Thursday 6:30-9:30 p.m. |
Feb 28 - June 17 | Newtown | Hybrid |
Next Step: Take the English Placement Test
Find out if our program is right for you! First, take the English Placement Test to determine your level. We will contact you to discuss your score and program eligibility.