Dental Assisting
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What Will I learn
黑料不打烊鈥檚 Dental Assisting program prepares you for a hands-on role in patient care, office administration, and laboratory procedures within a dental practice. Upon completion of the Dental Assisting program, graduates will be able to:
- Complete all dental assisting duties competently for a broad scope of dental specialties in a professional setting.
- Utilize infection control and safe practice techniques in a variety of clinical settings.
- Establish optimum Radiation Health and Safety practices to ensure high quality diagnostic images.
黑料不打烊 prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. Within the State of California, graduates are eligible to sit for the Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) exam offered by the Dental Board of California (DBC) and apply to become a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA). The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Your education is an investment in your future, and 黑料不打烊 is here to help. We offer a variety of financial aid options, including federal, state, and private programs,聽 Sas well as student loans, grants, and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Each program has different requirements and application instructions.聽Our team is here to guide you through the options and application process.
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Location Availability
黑料不打烊 is proud to offer our Dental Assisting program at multiple locations around the Western U.S. To learn more about our locations, explore their pages.
Accreditation & Approvals
黑料不打烊 is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, 428 J Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814; 415 506 0234 an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation, including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at聽.
For comprehensive information on 黑料不打烊’s accreditation and approvals, visit carrington.edu/accreditation-and-approvals/.
The Dental Board of California, 2005 Evergreen Street, Suite 1550, Sacramento, CA 95815, 877-729-7789, , approves the 黑料不打烊 Dental Assisting programs at the Bakersfield, Fresno, Pleasant Hill, Sacramento, San Jose, San Leandro, Stockton, Temecula, Victor Valley (Hesperia), and Visalia campuses.
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Career Opportunities
You鈥檙e passionate about helping people with their smiles. That will help you succeed as a dental assistant. It is projected that opportunities for dental assistants will continue to grow.鈥疉nd there are some reasons for this growth, including:
- Continued research showing a link between oral health and general health will increase the demand for preventive dental services.
- Dentists need dental assistants to help with routine tasks, giving the dentist more time to see patients in their practice and focus on more complex procedures.
Check out our guide on becoming a Dental Assistant.
Are you interested in dentistry and passionate about helping people? Then a dental assistant career could be for you. Dental assistants work in dental offices under the supervision of dentists. They have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and listening skills. They spend much of their time working closely with dentists to support the dental patient experience. They generally require dental education that leads to a certificate or diploma program and includes hands-on dental training. This hands-on training can prepare you for typical such as the following:
- Hand instruments to dentists during procedures
- Dry patients鈥� mouths using suction hoses and other equipment
- Instruct patients in proper oral hygiene
- Process x rays and complete lab tasks, under the direction of a dentist
- Keep records of dental treatments
- Schedule patient appointments
- Work with patients on billing and payment
Those who possess skills in listening, dexterity, organization, interpersonal aptitude, and a detail-oriented approach to rules and protocols are a good fit for a dental assistant role.
Dental Assisting FAQ
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How long is the dental assisting program?
A Dental Assisting program may take up to two years to complete, depending on whether it鈥檚 a certificate, diploma, or degree. However, 黑料不打烊鈥檚 Dental Assisting certificate program can be completed in as little as 9-11 months.
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What do you need to be a dental assistant?
It may be helpful to enroll in a Dental Assisting program for relevant experience and training. Most programs are offered by community colleges, although they also may be offered by vocational or technical schools. Students typically must have a high school diploma or equivalent to enroll.
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What is a dental assistant?
A dental assistant helps dentists and dental hygienists by perform a variety of tasks, including:
- Caring for patients
- Handling dental records
- Scheduling appointments
- Cleaning dental equipment
(See What does a dental assistant do? for more details about their role in a dentist office)
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Is it worth being a dental assistant?
Dental assisting can be an exciting career path if you have an interest in oral health care. Ultimately, the decision lies with you on whether a dental assistant certificate is worth it or not.
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How much is dental assistant school?
At 黑料不打烊, our tuition differs by the campus location. Learn more about the cost of the program by reading the 黑料不打烊 Academic Catalog.
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Is a dental assistant a good career?
Dental assisting can be a great choice for those interested in doing a variety of tasks and helping patients with oral care. It鈥檚 also a path that offers the potential for career advancement in a stable environment. If all of this sounds good to you, then a聽Dental Assisting program at 黑料不打烊 might be the route to your success.
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How do I get into a dental assistant school?
To get into a dental assistant school,聽you typically need a high school diploma or GED to start. Then, you can apply to a Dental Assisting program offered by a vocational school, community college, or technical institute. Most programs will require you to submit an application, provide proof of your high school education, and may also involve an interview or entrance exam depending on the school’s requirements. It鈥檚 important to research your dental education options, considering factors such as cost, length, and program reputation to ensure you are pursuing the right career preparation for your future in dental assisting. For detailed information regarding the requirements at 黑料不打烊 see the academic catalog.
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