Kelly Lougee (SVP of Client and Student Operations) recently joined Verber Dental Group on ABC27’s Good Day PA to discuss an important issue impacting communities across Pennsylvania: access to dental care and the growing need for trained dental professionals.
During the segment, industry leaders highlighted how workforce shortages continue to affect the availability of dental services. Expanding education and career training opportunities is one of the most effective ways to address this challenge while creating meaningful career pathways for students and working adults.
Emerge Education works with employers and education providers to help develop programs that prepare students for high-demand roles in healthcare and other essential industries. One example is the Dental Assisting training pathway, which provides learners with the foundational skills and practical preparation needed to begin careers in dental practices and healthcare settings.
Programs like dental assisting not only help address workforce shortages but also create accessible career opportunities for individuals seeking stable, in-demand professions. By aligning training with employer needs, education providers and industry partners can build stronger workforce pipelines that benefit both students and the communities they serve.
Emerge Education was proud to be part of the conversation alongside Verber Dental Group and other leaders committed to strengthening Pennsylvania’s dental workforce.
Learn More About the Dental Assisting Program
Individuals or organizations interested in learning more about the Dental Assisting program or workforce training partnerships are encouraged to contact:
Kelly Lougee
Emerge Education
klougee@emergeedu.com
717-503-1038
Kelly can provide additional information about program structure, enrollment opportunities, and employer partnership options.
