Portage Lakes Career Center

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330.896.8200

Transform Your Future

Get trained for high-demand, high-income dental assisting jobs in as little as 10 months. 

Unlock a Rewarding Healthcare Career with Dental Assisting

Ohio’s healthcare sector is witnessing an unprecedented demand for dental assistants—a career path that promises stability, growth, and a rewarding future. With an expected job increase of as much as 7% by 2030, there’s never been a better time to step into this flourishing field. 

 

With a new, state-of-the-art facility and a comprehensive curriculum that fully prepares you for Ohio’s licensure exams, PLCC’s new dental assisting program offers a direct, affordable pathway to this opportunity. Begin your journey towards a dynamic and fulfilling career today!

Dental Assisting Program Benefits

Less Than 10 Months

With convenient evening hours, get prepared to take Ohio State Dental Board exams in less than 10 months.

All-inclusive Tuition

Unlike other dental assisting programs, our tuition price includes all expenses. At PLCC, there are no hidden fees—ever.

New, Modern Facility

PLCC's cutting-edge, 16,280-square-foot dental assisting classroom and lab will open this year!

About PLCC's Dental Assisting School

PLCC’s accredited dental assisting program is a 600-hour course approved by the Ohio State Dental Board and American Medical Technologists that includes an 80-hour externship. Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 5 pm to 9 pm.

 

PLCC’s dental assisting students:

  • Are taught by licensed, experienced instructors
  • Learn foundational dentistry knowledge, job-specific skills, practice management, and technology for dental settings.

Our all-inclusive tuition includes:

  • Books
  • Uniforms
  • Graduation supplies

In addition, for students who successfully complete their coursework, tuition also covers:

  • Licensure application and exam fees
  • Test prep materials

Enrollment Is Limited

Unlock a future filled with high-earning potential and job security. Enrollment is our dental assisting program is limited to just 20 students, so don’t wait. Request more information now!  

 

Call 330.896.8102 or complete the form on this page. 

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Schedule a Tour

We take pride in our facility and welcome the opportunity to show it off!  You would never buy a car without looking at it first.  Choosing the place to give you a head start on a successful path in life should be no different.  We invite you to schedule a tour of our beautiful campus.  We’re pretty sure you’ll be impressed!

If you are a high school student, please note that you will have several opportunities to visit PLCC during your sophomore year.

Once we receive your request, a PLCC staff member will follow up directly. Thank you for your interest, we look forward to seeing you soon.

Portage Lakes Career Center is accessible to visitors with physical disabilities. Visitors should contact the Main Office at 330-896-8200 prior to arrival for parking instructions and other information.


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January 27, 2026

All Day & Evening Classes Are Canceled Due To Weather Conditions.