Purpose:

This survey is designed to explore the interests, motivations, and concerns of people considering a career in dental assisting. Your responses will help us understand what attracts individuals to the dental assisting profession and how we can better inform and support those considering this career path.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address *

Phone number *

Background Info:

Age

Gender:

Male

Female

Prefer not to say

Other

What is your highest level of education completed? *

In what city do you currently reside? *

Country *

Do you have any previous experience in the dental field? *

Yes

If yes, please describe your experience.

Are you currently employed in the dental field? *

How did you hear about our program? *

If yes, where do you work and what is your role?

Career Exploration:

How familiar are you with the role of a dental assistant?

Have you ever considered a career in dental assisting?

What aspects of a dental assisting career interest you the most?

What concerns do you have about pursuing a career as a dental assistant? (Select all that apply)

Career Goals and Motivation:

Why are you considering a career change or exploring new career opportunities? (Select all that apply)

How important is it to you to work in the healthcare field?

What type of work environment do you prefer?

What do you hope to achieve from your career? (Select all that apply)

Dental Assisting Program Consideration:

What information would you need to make a decision about pursuing dental assisting? (Select all that apply)

How likely are you to pursue formal training or education in dental assisting within the next year?

If you were to pursue a dental assisting program, what factors would influence your choice of school/program? (Select all that apply)

Final Thoughts:

What barriers, if any, are preventing you from starting a career in dental assisting? (Select all that apply)

What would make you more likely to pursue dental assisting as a career?

Would you like to receive more information about the California Dental Assistant Program?

yes

maybe

Please share any additional thoughts, questions, or comments you have about dental assisting as a career option.