Directory - Health Care Programs - Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting Program educates the student to perform chair side assisting methods, patient procedures, and related office and laboratory task under the direction and supervision of the proper authority.

You can gain knowledge of the basic dental sciences, and practical experience involving specialized skills. Dental Assistant class room training includes a study of: Dental Office Emergencies, Dental Radiography, Dental Specialties, Operatory Dentistry, and more.

You?ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting using major equipment associated with the industry. Career opportunities include assisting dentists? at chair side, preparing materials for use by dentists, sterilizing dental instruments, and communication with patients about good dental health practices.