Special Admissions Programs

The Nursing, Dental Assisting, and EFDA programs have additional application requirements and different deadlines beyond the normal application process.

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Dental Assisting

The application cycle is currently closed.  Dental Assisting Program applications were accepted March 1 - Apr 28.

Applicants must complete:

  • All prerequisite courses (with a grade of C or better)
  • Preference given to applicants who have also completed the general education courses (with a grade of C or better)
  • Dental Assisting Application, including payment of a non-refundable $25.00 fee
  • Applicants must have a high school diploma, its equivalent, or a post-secondary degree
  • Hepatitis B Immunization and a tuberculosis test
  • Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate

How to apply for the Dental Assisting Program >

Program Information: Dental Assisting (Healthcare Pathway)
Education & Career Planner: Anandi Stork
Program and Curriculum Questions: Laura Moe-Genther, Evelyn Harry, Tiffany Johnston
Course Transfer Questions: Sheryl Kermoade
Application Questions: Rob Masterson

Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA)

The application cycle is currently closed.  EFDA Program applications were accepted March 1 - Jun 1.

Applicants must complete:

  • EFDA Application with all required documentation, including payment of a non-refundable $25.00 fee

How to apply for the EFDA Program >

Program Information: EFDA (Healthcare Pathway)
Program and Curriculum Questions: Laura Moe-Genther
General Application Questions: Rob Masterson

Nursing Program

The application cycle is currently closed.  Nursing Program applications were accepted Apr 3 - Jun 1.

Prior to applying, applicants must complete:

  • All prerequisite courses
  • The TEAS test (learn more about a remote TEAS testing option at Assessment Center)
  • The Nursing Program Application, including payment of a non-refundable $25.00 fee

The Nursing Program Admissions page lists all prerequisite courses and grade requirements as well as TEAS test scores requirements.

How to apply for the Nursing Program>

Program Information: Nursing (Healthcare Pathway)
Education & Career Planner: Joe Aguilar
Program, Curriculum, and Background Questions: Marriya Wright, Brittni Kilborn
Health Records Requirements: Rebecca Swingle
Course Transfer Questions: Sheryl Kermoade
Application Questions: Rob Masterson