Description
Key Skills Acquired:
- Certified EKG Technician (CET)
- Certified Patient Care Technician/
- Assistant(CPCT/A)
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Career Outcomes:
Registered Dental Assistant’s may find employment in various settings, including:
- Dental Offices
- Clinics
- Hospitals
Roles Include:
- Dental Assistant
- Administrative Dental Assistant
- Radiology Technician
- Phlebotomy Technician
Admission Requirements:
- Must be at least 17 years of age with parental consent or 18 years or older.
- Present a valid picture ID and an original Social Security card.
- Provide proof of a high school diploma/GED.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM HOURS:
DA100: Introduction to Dentistry (60/30)
Overview of dental ethics, team responsibilities, and patient psychology.
DA101: Dental Sciences (90/0)
Comprehensive instruction on human anatomy, oral em/h4yology, and dental charting.
DA102: Practical Infection Control (30/60)
Focus on microbiology, sterilization techniques, and OSHA compliance.
DA103: Dental Materials (30/60)
Training in the use, application, and safe handling of dental materials.
DA104: Preventive Dentistry (30/60)
Philosophy and techniques of oral health maintenance and disease prevention.
DA105: Dental Radiography (30/60)
Principles of dental radiology, including equipment use and safety protocols.
DA106: Dental Office Management (30/60)
Administrative tasks, appointment control, and bookkeeping systems.
DA107: Dental Procedures (0/90)
Introduction to dental operative procedures, charting, and instrumentation.
DA211: Dental Assistant Externship (0/0/120)
Hands-on training in a dental office under the supervision of a licensed dentist.