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Online Diploma Programs in Medical & Dental Assistant


Dental hygienists provide care for dental patients and assist dentists with dental procedures. To become a dental hygienist, you must complete a dental hygienist program at an accredited dental hygiene college, and obtain a license by passing both a written and clinical state exam.


According to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment of dental hygienists is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2012, in response to increasing demand for dental care.

Dental hygienist programs at accredited dental hygiene colleges generally lead to an associate degree. Dental hygienist programs include courses in anatomy, chemistry, microbiology, pharmacology, nutrition, dental materials and dental care.

Dental hygienist programs also include supervised clinical practice. Dental hygienists must work well with others and have good motor dexterity. Dental hygienists generally work the same hours as dentists.


Allied Health Institute
Allied Health Institute is a post-secondary vocational school offering a variety of Diploma and Associate Degree programs in the field of Allied Health. By utilizing online learning, students have the flexibility to continue their education from the convenience of their own home. Our virtual classrooms will enable students to attend classes and communicate with instructors and classmates. Students can complete some programs without leaving their current employment or sacrificing family time.

Programs Offered:-
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Medical Coding Specialist
Everest Institute
Take your career to a whole new level with a degree from Everest Institute. Programs available in Accounting, Paralegal, Business Administration and more.

Programs Offered:-
  • Medical Assistant (Diploma)
  • Dental Assistant(Diploma)
  • Pharmacy Technician (Diploma)
  • Medical Insurance Billing and Coding (Diploma)
  • Medical General
Penn Foster Schools
Penn Foster offers affordable, self-paced career-focused distance education programs in fields like business, criminal justice, health services, technology, engineering, paralegal studies and more.

Programs Offered:-
  • Dental Assistant
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Medical Transcriptionist
Ultimate Medical Academy Online

Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) offers industry-relevant knowledge and training for in demand careers in healthcare.

Jobs in healthcare and social assistance are projected to have the fastest job growth between 2010-2020 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In order to address the rapidly growing need for career-ready professionals in many exciting fields, UMA offers associate degrees that can be earned in as few as 15 months.



Programs Offered:-
  • Diploma - Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Diploma - Medical Office Billing Specialist
  • Diploma - Medical Billing & Coding
  • A.S. - Medical Billing & Coding
Stratford Career Institute
Stratford Career Institute can help you earn your diploma from home in as little as six months, thanks to their proven study methods.

Programs Offered:-
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Medical Transcriptionist
  • Medical Billing Specialist
Keiser University

For over 35 years, Keiser University has provided student-centered, quality career education. Keiser University Online offers degree programs online to prepare students for in-demand professions.



Programs Offered:-
  • Medical Assisting, AS (Online)
Allied Schools
Considering a new career or need additional job training? Whether you want to train for a new career, advance within your current company, or simply learn new skills to stay competitive in today's job market, Allied's distance education training can help! Because the courses are offered online and through traditional distance education, the stress associated with driving to and attending a live class is eliminated. Start your new career training today, start it with Allied Schools.

Programs Offered:-
  • Pharmacy Technician Program
  • Medical Coding
Animal Behavior College
Animal Behavior College offers affordable, flexible programs for busy professionals interested in animal careers. We offer hands-on experience in over 400 locations nationwide.

Programs Offered:-
  • Veterinary Assistant
Harrison College
Get started on your career with an education from Harrison College. We offer more than 30 degree, certificate, and diploma programs in the fields of health sciences, veterinary technology, information technology, criminal justice, and business, in addition to our culinary arts academy.

Programs Offered:-
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Medical Reimbursement Technology
Kaplan University

Kaplan University is focused on recognizing the achievements of military and veteran students and offers the flexibility of an online education. Eligible students can receive college credit for prior military experience and coursework—up to 75 percent of the credit needed for a Kaplan University undergraduate degree.*



Programs Offered:-
  • AS in Health Science - Independent Duty Medical Technician
  • AS in Health Science - Army Dental Specialist (Military Only)
  • AS in Health Science - Dental Laboratory Advanced (Military Only)
  • AS in Health Science - Navy Dental Assistant (Military Only)
  • AS in Health Science - Dental Laboratory (Military Only)