Therapeutic Services

Therapeutic Services

This pathway works with patients to provide care, treatment, or counseling to improve health status over time.

Therapeutic Services Careers

Dental Assistant

Dental assistants perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Their clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral health care procedures.

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About Therapeutic Services

Employment in health care occupations is projected to grow 16 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 2.6 million new jobs. Health care occupations are projected to add more jobs than any of the other occupational groups. This projected growth is mainly due to an aging population, leading to greater demand for health care services.

Perhaps the biggest reason to pursue a health career is to make a difference in the lives of others. You will contribute to creating a healthier world whether you work as a medical assistant, pharmacy tech, administrator or home health aide, there are many opportunities right here in the District of Columbia.

The District of Columbia has identified 10 high-demand, high-growth career occupations: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Home Health Aide, Licensed Practical Nurse, Pharmacy Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Technician, Dental Assistant and Community Health Worker.