Kapiolani Community College Dental Assisting Program

12/16/2023

Mark and I would like to extend our sincere thanks to Hawai'i's Dental Community! You all spoke, and KCC's Administration listened! The KCC Dental Assisting is safe for now! We really appreciate the outpouring of support received from you!!!
Thank you, and have a safe and happy holiday season!!!

12/07/2023

Subject: Urgent Support Needed for KCC Dental Assisting Program

Dear Dental Community,
Your help in writing to KCC's administration is needed.

Below is a template for an email you can send to our administrators. Please send to Chancellor Misaki Takabayashi, VCAA Nawa'a Napoleon, VCAS Lance Yamamoto and Interim Dean Karen Boyer
[email protected], [email protected], [email protected] and [email protected]

Dear KCC Executive Leadership Team,
I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to express my support for the KCC Dental Assisting Program, recognizing its critical role as the sole CODA accredited provider of dental assisting education for the State of Hawai'i.

As a [dentist/program graduate/other role in the dental community], I have personally witnessed the program's invaluable contribution to our community's dental education landscape. The program's commitment to excellence has not only shaped the careers of numerous individuals, including myself, but has also been instrumental in supplying well-trained professionals to meet the growing demand in our field.

I am writing to urge you to prioritize the hiring of a new program director for the KCC Dental Assisting Program by January 1, 2024. This timeline is crucial for maintaining the program's accreditation status and ensuring minimal disruption to the current students' education. Moreover, it will play a pivotal role in sustaining the much-needed workforce in our community.

Your swift action in filling this leadership position is essential to preserving the program's legacy and its ongoing impact on dental education in Hawai'i. I trust that your commitment to the success of the KCC Dental Assisting Program aligns with the broader goals of providing quality education and contributing to the healthcare workforce.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I am confident that, with your support, we can secure the future of the KCC Dental Assisting Program and continue to nurture the growth of skilled professionals in our community.
Sheila and Mark

05/05/2023

04/27/2022

Deadline for application has been extended until we fill up the program openings. Want to become a Certified Dental Assistant with ALL expenses paid? We can connect you with tuition coverage, monies for uniforms and books AND once you successfully complete the program you can even get your Dental Assisting National Board exam fee covered!!! Plus there are incentives for dentists who hire our graduates!!! Register to attend the next Information session on July 14 or sign into the virtual kiosk https://www.star.hawaii.edu/virtual-kiosk/app.jsp #!/kiosk?unit=433 M-TH 9-3, to find out how you can join the Class of 2024!!! https://hawaii.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYscu2trzwiHtd467XowIHKB5jayJDO-Jze #/registration
Click on this link to find out all about the program! There are no prerequisite course requirements!!! https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/programs/health/health-sciences/dent/

01/04/2022

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Health Sciences, EMS & Nursing Kapi'olani Community College

07/01/2021

Kap CC has Hawai'i's only CODA accredited Dental Assisting Program! Application period is open for Academic year 2022-2023. The program will begin this Fall (August) 2022.
The program's focus is delivering a quality program while ensuring safe experiences for students. Course delivery will be a combination of online and face-to-face instruction, with lots of hands-on training. Please check out the program at: https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/.../dental-assisting.../ Questions? Please email [email protected]

Worried about the cost? There are many opportunities for financial support. E-mail [email protected] to find out more!

Program Description The Dental Assisting Program offers two certificate options. The Certificate of Competence (CO) is a one-semester, daytime only, curriculum designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in private dental offices, hospital outpatient clinics, state and federal agencies,....

06/12/2021

Great opportunity for all you working Dental Assistants!

06/02/2020

KapCC Dental Assisting Program is still accepting applications for AY 22! The program will begin Fall (August) 2021. Despite COVID, the program's focus is still on delivering a quality program while ensuring safe experiences for students. Course delivery will be a combination of online and face-to-face instruction. Please check out the program at: https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/academics/programs-of-study/dental-assisting-program/ Questions? Please email [email protected]

Program Description The Dental Assisting Program offers two certificate options. The Certificate of Competence (CO) is a one-semester, daytime only, curriculum designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in private dental offices, hospital outpatient clinics, state and federal agencies,....