Sink your teeth into a Life.Changing. Career in one of Indian Hills Community College’s Dental Programs!
| Campus | Ottumwa Campus (Main) |
| Entry Term | Fall Term |
| Length of Program | Dental Assisting – 4 Terms (12 Months) Dental Hygiene – 8 Terms (24 Months) |
| Diploma/Degree | Dental Assisting – Diploma Dental Hygiene – Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) |
Are you one of those people who always notice other people’s teeth? Have you always
wondered what was going on behind the chair when you were at the dental office? Then
a career in a dental field may be just for you! As a healthcare professional in the
dental field, you will help educate patients on techniques and routines to keep their
teeth healthy and bright!
At Indian Hills we have programs in both Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene. Whether
you are looking for a short term program or ready to jump-start your career, we have
a path you can sink your teeth into!
Which Path Will You Choose?
It’s your education. Choose your own path. We’re right behind you every step of the way!
Don’t worry, we’ve got online and in-person courses, so you can start changing your
life from anywhere. Select one of our two programs below to check-out the details.
| Dental Assisting Program | Dental Hygiene Program |
| Frequently Asked Questions | Tuition & Financial Aid | Request More Information |
| Visit Campus | Course Catalog | Apply Now |
CONTACT US
Not sure if you want to do the Dental Assisting Program or the Dental Hygiene Program? Maybe you want more details about transferring your associate credits to a four-year school once you’re done? Don’t stress. Just ask Carol or Jody!
Carol Sexton-White, CDA, BFA, RDH, Program Director, Dental Assisting
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
(641) 683-5298 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5298
Carol.Sexton-White@indianhills.edu
Jody Williams, RDH, BS, MA, Program Director, Dental Hygiene
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Avenue Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
(641) 683-5120 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5120
Jody.Williams@indianhills.edu