Mission: To promote professional standards of excellence and leadership in dental assisting. The Council strives to instill in students and members of the profession, dedication to life-long learning and continued growth within dental assisting.  

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATOR’s Update:

Educator’s can join the council through ADAA membership. Once you’re an ADAA member, the Educator’s Council application can be found here:

A school presentation is available via ZOOM for students regarding American Dental Assistants Association membership. Please contact njdaa.org@gmail.com to request a date.

HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATOR’s Update:

In May 2024, high school DA educators met for Professional Development. Did you know there are high schools in New Jersey that teach Dental Assisting? 

1. Atlantic County Institute of Technology – 4-year program, grades 9-12
2. Bergen County Technical Schools – beginning in 2025 

Bergen County Technical Schools creating a new high school.

3. Burlington County Technical Schools – 4-year program, grades 9-12
4. Central High School, Newark – 3-year program, grades 10-12
5. Essex County Schools of Technology 
6. Kearny High School – 2-year program
7. Monmouth County Vocational School, Hazlet – 2-year program, grades 11-12
8. New Brunswick High School – 3-year program, grades 10-12
9. Ocean County Vocational School – 2-year program, grades 11-12