Wytheville Community College (WCC) will host a Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting Career Fair, connecting current or potential dental hygiene students to WCC staff and dental healthcare professionals, to explore career opportunities and gain insights into the dental field. The event will take place on April 4, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., in Johnson Lobby in Grayson Hall at the Wytheville campus.

This event offers students the chance to meet with instructors, potential employers, and to learn about advancements in dental hygiene. The fair will feature various dental practices, dental supply companies, and other industry professionals actively seeking talented graduates.

 “Our Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting Career Fair is a great opportunity for students to connect with potential employers and learn about the diverse career paths available in the field,” said Amber Shuler, WCC Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting Program Head, “We are excited to bring together professionals and students to help launch successful careers in dental hygiene and dental assisting.”

If you are interested in attending WCC in dental hygiene or dental assisting, you may attend and speak to a WCC representative and find out how to apply. 

To register for the Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting Career Fair, or to find out more, contact Amber Shuler, at (276) 223-4831, or ashuler@wcc.vccs.edu. 

Applications for WCC Selective Admissions Healthcare Programs including Dental Hygiene, Nursing, and Physical Therapist Assistant, are currently being accepted for the upcoming academic year. For information about how to apply, contact Hunter Jackson, Health Professions Recruitment and Enrollment Specialist, at (276) 223-4741, or hjackson@wcc.vccs.edu. The deadline for applying is March 17, 2025. 

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Pictured: Kaylee Carpenter, WCC Dental Hygiene Student