Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants
Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Ardsley, NY. It offers 2 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (12/18/2012 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $12,100. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 2 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $12,100 | $300 | 900 Hours | 8 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $9,100 | $300 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $16,730 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 95 students attended Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 2 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 24 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 12 (full-time) and 1 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants is 88% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 95 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 88% |
| Number of Faculty | 3 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 24 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants is $12,100
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
81% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,229 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $12,100 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $300 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $9,563 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,515 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,229 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants offers 2 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 119 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 60 |
| Total | 2 | 0 | 119 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 119 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 59 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 60 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 59 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 59 |
| Total | 59 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 60 completers |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 60 |
| Total | 60 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 95 students have enrolled into Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants. By gender, 14 male and 81 female students are attending the school.
There are 5 White (5.26%), 26 Black/African American (27.37%), 62 Hispanic (65.26%), and 64 students with other races. 2 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 95 | 14 | 81 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 26 | 5 | 21 |
| Hispanic | 62 | 6 | 56 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 1053 Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley, NY
- 914-682-9001
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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