The Program
The program provides Dental Assisting students with entry-level theory and “hands on” clinical training in lab techniques and chair-side duties. Students will learn the versatility and willingness to assume responsibility for a variety of tasks. The dental assisting job outlook is excellent and career options include both full and part-time employment.
The Dental Assisting program consists of 2 semesters totaling 32 credits/720 clock hours. Each semester contains two 9-week terms.
First Semester
Term 11
DA 100 Principals of Dental Assisting I
DA 111 Dental Materials and Infection Control
DA 104 Head & Neck Anatomy / Tooth Morphology
DA 105 Clinical Dental Assisting I
Term 2
DA 101 Principals of Dental Assisting II
DA 106 Dental Radiology Lab
DA 107 Clinical Dental Assisting II
DA 113 Dental Practice Management
Second Semester
Term 3
DA 102 Principals of Dental Assisting III
DA 108 Clinical Dental Assisting III
DA 112 Dental Specialist
Term 4
DA 114 Externship |
