Dental Technician - Frequently Asked Questions

Program

Is the Dental Technician Program accredited?
No. This program does not have an accreditation agency.

What is the length of the Dental Technician program?
This is a 2 semester program.

Is the Dental Technician program a day or evening program?
The Dental Technician classes meet during the day. Classes meet Monday through Thursday between 8:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.

What is the cost of the program?
Click on the link below to see the current tuition rates. http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/fees.html

Is financial aid available for the program?
Yes. Click on the link below to review financial aid availability.
http://matc.edu/student/resources/FinancialAid/finaid.html
Contact 414-279-6908 for additional information. 

Are there scholarships available for the program?
Yes. Click on the link below to search for Health Occupations Scholarships. http://matc.edu/student/resources/FinancialAid/scholarships.html

Are the Dental Technician program courses transferable to another college or university?
Click on the link below to view a list of colleges that transfer degree credits toward a bachelor or higher degree. http://matc.edu/student/currentstudent/credittransfer/xfrprogram.html

Can I choose where I do my clinical rotation?
There are no clinical rotations. All laboratory work is done in the dental laboratory on campus.

Can I work during the program?
Yes, you may work while you are in the Dental Technician program. However, you should keep in mind that you should plan to spend about 3 hours per credit hour of class per week in preparation. So, if you take a 3 credit course, you’ll want to set aside approximately 9 hours of study time.

Application

Is there a student advisor?
Yes. If you are NOT currently admitted to MATC you should call 414-297-6000 or visit http://www.matc.edu/student/newstudent/Admissions.html
If you ARE currently admitted to MATC you should call 414-297-6596.

Is there a separate application process for the Dental Technician program than for admission to MATC?
No.

When can I apply for admission to the Dental Technician program?
You may apply at any time. However, the start date(s) for this program may be different from the time that you apply. Click on the link below to view the start date(s) for this program.
http://matc.edu/student/offerings/denttech.html

Do I need to complete any health forms?
Yes. There are forms that you must complete and also forms that your healthcare provider should complete. The health forms involve documentation of immunizations and verification from your health care provider that you are functionally able to successfully complete the program. Click on the link below to obtain a listing of functional abilities that students should have for this program. Contact the health records specialist at 414-297-7871 for further information. http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/HLTHFRMDentalTech.pdf

Do I need a criminal background check?
No.

Are there prerequisite classes that I must take before I can apply?
No. There are no prerequisite courses.

Are there any tests that I must take before I am admitted?
Possibly. Click on the link below to review the criteria for preadmission testing. http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/Admissions_StepThree.html

How do I apply?
Submit an application with a $30 one-time only admission fee.
Click on the link below to review the application procedure.
http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/admissions.html

Is there an orientation meeting for prospective students?
Yes. The MATC Orientation is mandatory. Click on the link below to review how to complete the MATC orientation session. Other program specific orientations may be offered. http://matc.edu/student/resources/OrientationChecklist/OrientationChecklist.html

Graduation

Are there jobs available?
Yes. Click on the link below to review the latest employment rate for graduates of this program.
http://matc.edu/documents/grad_report06.pdf

What are the current salary levels?
Click on the link below to review the latest salary level(s) for this occupation. http://matc.edu/student/resources/JOBshop/WagesAndSalaries.html

Are graduates required to pass a state certification?
No.

What resources are available for job placement? http://matc.edu/student/resources/Jobs.html

How can I learn more about Dental Technician?
http://www.adha.org