Choffin dental class achieves 100% pass rate
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YOUNGSTOWN — Choffin Career & Technical Center is celebrating an achievement in its dental assisting program, as all 14 seniors successfully passed both their written examinations and clinical X-ray requirements. They achieved a 100% pass rate and moved one step closer to obtaining their Ohio Dental Assistant Radiographer Certificate.
The accomplishment reflects the students' dedication, the program's emphasis on hands-on learning, and Choffin's continued investment in industry-standard technology that prepares students for careers in the dental field, Choffin officials said.
"Achieving a 100% pass rate is a tremendous achievement and a testament to the hard work of our students and the dedication of our instructors," said Dr. Michael Saville, director of Choffin Career & Technical Center.
"We are committed to providing students with the tools, technology, and real-world experiences they need to succeed. This achievement demonstrates the value of career-technical education and the opportunities available to students while they are still in high school."
He called a key component of the success Choffin's investment in the NOMAD handheld digital X-ray system, which provides students with hands-on experience using technology commonly found in modern dental practices.
"I couldn't be prouder of these 14 students and the hard work they put into preparing for both their written and clinical examinations," said Robyn Markovitch, dental assisting instructor at Choffin. "Their commitment to learning and mastering these skills has been exceptional. The addition of our NOMAD digital X-ray system has also been an incredible investment, allowing students to train with the same technology they will encounter in dental offices."
Choffin's Dental Assisting program provides 11th and 12th grade students with career-technical education and hands-on clinical training, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue further education and career opportunities in the dental field. Students also have the opportunity to participate in externships at local dental offices, gaining valuable real-world experience and firsthand insight into the daily responsibilities of dental professionals.
Applications for the 2027-2028 school year will open in early 2027. Current 10th-grade students interested in pursuing dental assisting during their junior and senior years of high school are encouraged to apply.