PROGRAM DATES
The Program Runs
Fall Cohort – 08/06/2025 - 02/13/2025
Sring Cohort – 01/07/2026 - 06/26/2026
Hybrid Program – Class meets 1-2 days/week 1-5 p.m.
600 Clock Hours - Certificate Program
Program completion dates for the 2025-2026 academic year are subject to change,
due to unforeseen circumstances and/or events.
Deadline for accepting applications for the Fall cohort - July 28, 2025 @ 2:00 pm
Deadline for accepting applications for the Spring cohort - December 8, 2025 @ 2:00 pm
Applications for the Dental Assisting program are now open.
LOCATION OF PROGRAM
Classes are held at the MSSU Campus in the Health Science Building
Located at: 3950 E. Newman Rd Joplin, MO 64801
HOW TO APPLY
Apply at the "Application" link below on this page
You can also pay the application fee at the “Pay Application Fee” link below.
*APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR ARE OPEN*
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
This program is eligible for The Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. For more information and to see if you qualify, go to MO Fast Track.
This program is WIOA approved. Please contact the MO Job Center at 417-629-3000, or www.wibswmo.com, or 730 S. Wall Ave, Joplin to apply.
To apply for Federal Student Aid, go to Student Aid and complete your FAFSA.
For questions regarding Financial Aid, please contact our Financial Aid Coordinator at 417-680-0004.