Dental Assistant (including Voucher)
Contact Hours: 270 (an estimated time frame devoted to a course of study from start to finish that can vary from student to student)
Includes a voucher to take the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Exam through Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) upon completion.
The Dental Assistant Training Program curriculum prepares the student to take on significant responsibility as a member of the dental healthcare team. Employment positions are available in dental offices, hospitals, clinics, dental schools, and professional sales. Dental Assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in delivery of quality oral health care. A career in dental assisting offers many challenges and a variety of procedures. Specific tasks may be performed such as assisting with and providing direct patient care, sterilizing instruments, taking impressions, and performing office management tasks. Dental assisting offers variety, flexibility, excellent working conditions, and personal satisfaction. This course is designed for medical assistants, allied health students, CNAs, and anyone interested in dentistry or dental science. The Dental Assistant Program prepares graduates to work with dentists as they examine and treat patients. Our program is a blend of academic and clinical coursework. Dental Assistants with documented skills also may carry out a variety of laboratory, clinical, and office duties.
Note: All applicants must be certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, or show proof of comparable training. The date on the CPR card should be current at the time of AMT certification. If physical limitations prevent CPR certification, contact the AMT Office. https://www.americanmedtech.org/Get-Certified/RDA-Eligibility
Please note: Course of study may be completed earlier indicated.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be proficient in dental assisting techniques with emphasis on four handed dentistry utilization of tray setups for specific general practice and procedures.
A virtual classroom is an online classroom that allows participants to communicate with one another, view presentations or videos, interact with other participants, and engage with resources in work groups. This option tends to be non-restricting, affordable, flexible learning, and accessible.
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Students will receive access to all course materials: textbooks, supplies, and supplementary materials.