NEPA Dental Assisting School

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At NEPA Dental Assisting School, we know every diploma represents more than completing a program—it represents dedication, perseverance, growth, and the support of family along the way.

Hearing a mother share how proud she is to watch her daughter overcome challenges, stay committed, and step confidently into a new future is exactly why we do what we do. Seeing our students smile, succeed, and begin exciting new journeys is incredibly rewarding for all of us.

Your new career in Dental Assisting could be closer than you think. Call 570.955.7270, email [email protected], or visit nepadas.com to get started today.

A career change story worth sharing—Gabriella’s journey highlights what’s possible with the right support and training.

Going back to school while working full-time and being a full-time mom wasn’t easy, but enrolling in this dental assisting program was the best decision she could have made. With hands-on training, real-world preparation, and strong instructor support, she was able to build the confidence needed to successfully transition into a new career—and secured a job shortly after graduating.

Her experience reflects what so many of our students discover: a flexible, supportive program designed for real life, where hard work leads to real opportunity.

We’re incredibly proud to help students like Gabriella create a better future for themselves and their families.

Employment-ready from day one...
In just 12 weeks, our students gain hands-on experience, real-world clinical exposure, and the confidence to step directly into the dental field ready to succeed. Guided by experienced dentists and dental assistants, our program blends interactive classroom learning with practical training—plus externship opportunities that help open doors before you even graduate.

Your new career could be closer than you think. Call 570.955.7270, email [email protected], or visit nepadas.com to get started today.

Central Penn College Makes EFDA Program More Accessible by Offering Labs in Scranton.
Central Penn College has partnered with Century Dental Associates in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to make its Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) Certificate Program more convenient for students in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
The EFDA program is a six-month, blended program designed for working dental professionals. Coursework is completed fully online, with once-a-week, in-person Saturday labs focused on hands-on clinical skills. With the new Scranton instructional site, students can now complete their required lab work closer to home, reducing travel and making the program more accessible.
This addition reflects Central Penn College’s ongoing commitment to providing flexible and convenient pathways for students pursuing advanced credentials in high-demand healthcare fields.
Century Dental Associates brings decades of clinical experience and a strong reputation for patient-centered care to this partnership through NEPA Dental Assisting School, its dedicated educational division. Known for its commitment to advanced dental techniques, modern technology, and professional excellence, Century Dental Associates provides an ideal real-world learning environment for EFDA students. Through NEPA Dental Assisting School, this collaboration ensures students gain hands-on clinical experience in a trusted practice while benefiting from a training model rooted in the needs of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s dental community.

For more information about the Expanded Function Dental Assistant program, visit centralpenn.edu/EFDA

The Future’s So Bright, We Have to Wear Shades
NEPA Dental Assisting School proudly participated in Educator in the Workplace! Local educators from Lackawanna County visited our school to experience firsthand how classroom learning connects to real-world career skills. By immersing educators in local industries, this initiative helps bridge education and workforce readiness—building brighter futures for students across our region.