In as little as 10 weeks you can start your new career in dental assisting. Learn all the aspects of the trade through hands on practice, course books and video instruction. Become a productive member of your dental team in either a clinical or administrative role. There are many things that make dental assisting a desirable profession; A respectable salary, a high level of demand in our community and job security, even during a changing economy. These make dental assisting a great occupation to pursue.
10 Saturday classes per session. (Starting February 26, 2022)
Starts Feb 26, 2022
3,750 US dollars
What is a Dental Assistant?
Dental Assistants perform a wide range of duties in their position. They can have both administrative and clinical responsibilities. Some of those tasks include:
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Prepare the patient for their dental exam or procedure
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Take and process x-rays
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Sterilize and disinfect instruments
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Record patient treatment information
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Document medical and dental health histories.
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Instruct and educate patients on oral hygiene
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Order dental supplies and schedule appointments.
FUTURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Dental Assistants,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-assistants.htm (visited April 14, 2021).
The demand for dental assistants is projected to increase by 18% through the year 2024, which is much faster than average. Ongoing research linking oral health and general health will likely continue to increase the demand for overall preventative dentistry.
