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A certificate does not meet the course and credit requirements of a college degree. Personally, I have never heard of an associate degree in dental assisting. Dental assisting is typically a diploma program that many community colleges offer. In any event, I would urge you to take the dental assisting program through a college, to ensure you registered, certified, and have an X-Ray license. Without these credentials, salaries are typically lower, and you will not be as marketable within the field. In addition, should you wish to continue your college education, some credits from your program can be applied toward your degree. For example, English, psychology, human anatomy and physiology, and some courses can be used as general or free electives. Lastly, should you wish to pursue a career as a dental hygienist at a later date, almost all courses will apply toward that degree.

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