Denturist

The only college in Washington state that offers a nationally accredited Denturist program.

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The Denturist program is closed for new student admissions until the Fall 2026 cohort. If you are interested in enrolling, please contact the program advisor to be placed on the waitlist for program testing.

Step into a specialized, high-demand healthcare career with our Denturist program—the only college-based program of its kind in Washington State. As a licensed denturist, you’ll design, fit, and repair complete and partial dentures, playing a critical role in patient care and quality of life. This comprehensive program blends classroom instruction with hands-on clinical experience in an on-campus clinic open to the public, allowing you to apply your skills in real-world settings. You’ll build expertise in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, patient care, and dental laboratory techniques, along with the business and ethics knowledge needed to run a successful practice. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to sit for licensure exams in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Arizona, positioning you for a flexible and rewarding career in this specialized field.

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Patricia Stewart, Program Career Advisor

253.680.7302

pstewart@batestech.edu

Naser Al-Tameemi, Instructor

Naser Al-Tameemi

naltameemi@batestech.edu

Jin Kim, Instructor

253.680.7232

jkim02@batestech.edu

Denture Clinic

253.680.7314

Program Information

Degrees & Certificates:

  • Associate of Applied Science: Denturist
  • CIP: 51.0696

Program Lengths:

  • AAS degree program length: 6 Quarters

Location/Hours

Downtown Campus

7:30AM - 4:00PM

Interested in our Denture Clinic services?

Visit Denture Clinic

Note: Information is accurate as of its original posting date. The college reserves the right to edit, change, or update information as needed throughout the year. Up-to-date information is available in Student Services.

Prerequisites: 

  1. A high school diploma or GED. 
  2. Applicants must be fully ready to enter into general education courses. This entry requirement may be satisfied by providing the registrar with official transcripts showing actual completion of general education courses, or by satisfactory completion of placement tests that enable the student to enroll directly into required general education courses.  
  3. Applicants must take and pass aptitude tests measuring dexterity and the ability to visualize three-dimensional forms. 
  4. Personal interview with instructor. 

Note: Failure to meet prerequisites may result in deregistration.

Admissions Process Overview/Checklist 

 1. Submit Admission Application 

  • Academic Transcripts/Background Check: Prospective students will submit an application and include past academic transcripts, a background check, and any supplementary documentation.  
  • Personal Statement: Applicants will also submit a 1-page personal statement providing information on why they are pursuing Denturist as a profession and the reason for applying to the program.  
  • Minimum GPA: 3.3/4.0 
  • Personal Statement/Essay – reviewed by Faculty. 

2. Attend Interview with Instructor 

  • Interview with Lead Instructor/Faculty: Participate in a structured interview to assess your motivation, professional commitment, interpersonal skills, and understanding of the denturist profession.  
  • Complete the Admissions Exam 
  • Testing involves Dexterity and Wax-Carving Tests: These tests analyze an applicant’s ability to follow instructions, visualize an object in a 3D space, dexterity mechanics/hand-eye coordination to carve a model using special instruments, cognitive ability, and problem-solving.  
  • The minimum passing grade is 7/10 on the Dexterity Test.  The minimum passing grade is 70% on the Wax-Carving Test.   

 General Education Courses 

  • English: Completion of a 100-level or higher English course. 
  • Math: Completion of a 100-level or higher Math course. 
  • Humanities: Completion of a 100-level or higher Humanities course.  

 Note: General education courses must have been completed within the last 7 years.  

Tuition and Fees

At Bates, our tuition is affordable and there are options to help make it even easier to gain an education. Federal aid is available for many of our students. Scholarships are also available through the Bates Foundation.

See if you qualify for other funding through our special funding programs with the Workforce Education office.

Learn more about this program’s Advisory Committee.