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Dental Assistant, Certificate

Program Description:

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for entry-level employment as dental assistants and dental auxiliaries. Graduates of this program may apply to take the Certified Dental Assistant Examination given by the Dental Assisting National Board. Graduates are eligible for employment as dental assistants with expanded functions and radiography skills. The university awards a certificate upon completion of the program.

Program Requirements (18 Credits)

Core Requirements (18 Credits)

DEA 101Introduction to Dental Assistant

1
DEA 104Dental Material

1
DEA 106Dental Anatomy

2
DEA 108Diet, Nutrition, and Oral Hygiene

1
DEA 110Dental X-Ray

1
DEA 112Front Office Procedures

1
DEA 114Dental Office Emergencies

1
DEA 120Preclinical Dental Assisting Procedures

2
DEA 122Expanded Functions for Dental Assistant I

2
DEA 124Expanded Functions for Dental Assistant II

2
DEA 126Clinical Externship

4

Dental Assistant students are required to wear medical attire and white shoes at all times. Students must furnish their own uniforms.

All students must have liability insurance, dosimeters, and completion of the OSHA/HIV/BLS/HIPAA in order to participate in the clinical rotations.

Students must complete 120 hours of clinical practice.

Classes are offered simultaneously in English and Spanish. Completing a course or program in a language other than English may reduce employability where English is required.

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