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Illinois Valley Community College's Dental Health Center Admission to the Dental Assisting Program at IVCC is selective.

IVCC's Dental Assisting Program is a great way to earn your certificate for a very exciting new career, and have a little fun while doing it. If you like helping people, enjoy working with your hands as well as your mind, and want a job with responsibility, a career as a dental assistant may be for you. The dental assistant is the dentist's "right arm," taking on significant responsibly as a membe

r of the dental health care team. Assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of oral health care and are valuable members of the dental health care team. If a career in health care appeals to you, but several extra years of school and a rigid work schedule don't, then dental assisting is a field you will want to explore. The Dental Assisting Program at IVCC is designed to be completed in one year full time option 1 or two years part time option 2. The Dental Assisting Program has three fully equipped dental treatment rooms as well as dental laboratory equipment available for instruction in preclinical and laboratory procedures. Clinical experience is provided under the guidance of qualified dentists and dental assistants on campus and in private dental practices. High school students interested in careers as dental assistants should take courses in biology, chemistry, health, keyboarding, and office procedures. Please contact the Office of Admissions and Records, the Counseling Department, or a local high school counselor for complete details concerning application, selection, and admission requirements. The Dental Assisting Program at IVCC is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and by the United States Department of Education. Upon successful completion of this program, the graduate is eligible to take the Dental Assisting National BoardExamination to receive national certification. Graduates of the Dental Assisting Program are also certified in Expanded Functions as described by Illinois law. Employment of dental assistants is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through the year 2010, reflecting dentists' interest in improving their productivity as well as increased demand for dental care. Most areas of the country are currently reporting shortages of dental assistants. There are excellent career opportunities for "nontraditional" dental assisting students. These individuals, who don't fit the usual profile of the dental assisting student, might meet one or more of the following criteria: over 23 years of age; individuals seeking career change or job reentry after a period of unemployment; or individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. The Dental Assisting Program at IVCC offers a variety of educational options for these "nontraditional" students. For more information see our other web pages.

06/18/2026

We had a wonderful weekend in Paris, Illinois last weekend! With your support, we were able to bring free dental, vision, and medical care to hundreds of patients!

Remote Area Medical served more than 185 patients and brought more than $177,000 worth of care.

A big thank you to our more than 200 volunteers and our community partners!

06/16/2026

Give your child a healthy start to the school year! Our Kids’ Day provides a fun, friendly environment where children can receive a professional dental cleaning and oral health assessment. Appointments fill quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot and help your child smile with confidence all year long! We look forward to serving our community’s youngest patients!

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day, Kelli Grubar-Shan!!💜

On behalf of the entire Division of Health Professions, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate you today. Your positive attitude, nurturing nature, and unwavering support truly bring our division together. You are the heart behind so much of what we do, and we are incredibly grateful for all the ways you keep us moving forward each day.

Being nominated nine times for Illinois Valley Community College’s Connie Dzierzynski Skerston Memorial Award for Support Staff Distinguished Service this year speaks volumes about the impact you have on those around you. It’s no surprise to us—you make a difference in ways both big and small, and it does not go unnoticed.

Thank you for everything you do, Kelli. We are so lucky to have you as part of our team!

💛 The Division of Health Professions

03/20/2026

Two Illinois Valley Community College truck driver trainees are the first recipients of a new truck driver training scholarship presented through the IVCC Foundation.

01/09/2026

Please join us in congratulating our
first-ever cohort of Dental Hygiene graduates!🎓🦷
This remarkable group of young women have shown dedication, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to compassionate patient care. Watching them grow into confident professionals has been truly inspiring, and we could not be more proud of the impact they will make in the profession and the communities they serve. Congratulations, Registered Dental Hygienists!

The first eight students to graduate from Illinois Valley Community College’s new dental hygiene program were presented with white lab coats marking their transition to hands-on patient care during a ceremony on Dec. 12.

12/11/2025

I am beyond proud of our graduates — truly overflowing with pride today. Watching each of you grow, push through challenges, support one another, and reach this moment has been one of the greatest joys of my career. You’ve worked so hard, shown such resilience, and proved time and time again that you are ready for the incredible futures ahead of you.

Congratulations, graduates. You’ve earned every bit of this success, and I couldn’t be more proud. 🎓✨

-Dean Seghi

Congratulations to the very first class of IVCC Dental Hygiene graduates! 🎉

Our 2025 graduates are (left to right): Jenna Andersen, Halie Grace, Kaylee Martin (Muntz), Morgan Myre, Rebecca Peura, Paige Sons, Madeline Stiegler, Cassie Williams

All eight of these hardworking students have taken and passed their clinical board exams, with written board exams in progress. We could not be more proud of our students and how their efforts have set the standard for this program.

Their white coat ceremony is scheduled for Friday, December 12th.

12/10/2025

🦷 We love welcoming new patients to our Dental Health Center! Quality care is provided by students under the supervision of licensed dentists and dental hygienists. See the flyer below for scheduling and cost information!

10/08/2025

Please vote for your favorite pumpkin! Winner will be announced on November 4th!

Please vote for your favorite pumpkin! Winner will be announced on November 1st! Emails are only collected to ensure one vote per person. Your data will not be used in any other way, or shared for any reason.

10/01/2025

Are you registered for College & Career Night yet? 🎓

We have representatives from dozens of colleges ready and excited to help you figure out the next steps in your academic career!

This event is open to all community members, including high school and IVCC students. Register online at https://buff.ly/948ZRHF or in person at the event.

09/18/2025

Credit for Prior Learning and Prior Learning Assessment reduces time to completion and saves you money for what you have already learned! CPL/PLA credits can...

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815 N Orlando Smith Road
Oglesby, IL
61348

Opening Hours

9am - 12pm

Telephone

+18152240227

Website

https://www.ivcc.edu/dentalhealthcenter

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