Dental Assisting

Hours

1230 Hours. Approximately 11 months.
300-hour internship at a local dental office or clinic.
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Clinical Times Vary.

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Cost

Approximately $7,788

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Courses & Clock Hours

OCPCourse NumberCourse TitleLength
ADEA0725Introduction to Dental Assisting90 hours
BDEA0726Dental Infection Control Assistant210 hours
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DEA0727Dental Assisting 1465 hours
DEA0728Dental Assisting 2465 hours

Program Topics

The dental assisting program covers chairside assisting, laboratory procedures, and dental business operations. These areas include, but are not limited to the knowledge of:

  • Dental anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Oral histology
  • Microbiology
  • Infection control
  • Pharmacology
  • Radiography
  • Dental materials
  • Oral pathology
  • Ethics and jurisprudence

Health & Safety

  • Students enrolled in the CCTC Dental Assisting Program should understand that the required clinical experiences on campus and in various dental facilities may expose them to environmental hazards and infectious diseases including, but not limited to Tuberculosis, Hepatitis B, and HIV.

  • OSHA maintains a website devoted to public safety and health information topics for Healthcare Facilities. Below is the link to applicable standards and common hazards, including bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, ionizing radiation, needle sticks, and chemical exposures.

  • The student shall be required to wear the approved school uniform, protective eyewear, appropriate masks, gloves, and lab coats during the intro mural an extramural laboratory in clinical activities. The student shall be required to observe CDC guidelines for Infection Control in Dentistry and follow all applicable mandates of the OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen Standard during all intramural and extramural laboratory and clinical activities.

    http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/healthcarefacilities/index.html

Program Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding field with an array of opportunities? Do you like to help people and learn new things? Come and join the Dental Assisting program at CCTC which will put you on the path to a successful career.

Dental assistants are valuable and respected members of the dental care team, assisting the dentist in the delivery of quality oral health care for people of all ages.

Dental assistants work under the supervision of dentists and work closely with dental hygienists.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 18 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. With ongoing research linking oral health to general health this will likely increase the demand for preventive dental services.

The program is designed to prepare students for employment as dental assistants. Students graduate with entry-level skills for general chair side, dental laboratory and business office administration. Graduates receive a state certification in radiography and dental assisting expanded functions. The students are prepared to take the national board exam to earn the credential of Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). This program meets all competencies required by the Florida Department of Education for Dental Assistants.

Industry Certifications

  • Florida State Department of Education, Florida State Board of Dentistry

  • This program is accredited through the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).

  • Graduates are eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certified Dental Assistant http://danb.org to become a Certified Dental Assistant.

    • The national certification exam is administered by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB).

    • The exam focuses on chairside, radiation health and safety, and infection control.

    • The CDA credential is granted upon successful completion of all three sections.

    • Taking the entire exam is an exit requirement of this program.