| DESCRIPTION |
| The Dental Assistant program prepares individuals to provide patient care, conduct dental radiographs (x-ray photographs), prepare patients and equipment for dental procedures, and discharge office administrative functions under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists. The program includes instruction in: medical recordkeeping, general office duties, reception and patient intake, scheduling, equipment maintenance and sterilization, basic radiography, pre- and post-operative patient care and instruction, chairside assisting, performing tooth and mouth impressions, and supervised practice. National Board, Inc. Students will complete the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Exam prior to clinical internship.
*Note: This is a dual enrollment program. For more information, please visit the Dual Enrollment page. |
| CAREER CONNECTION |
| License or Certification Information: Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) (DANB), American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Certified
Career Pathway: Dental Assistant, Dental Receptionist, Dental Lab Technician, Dental Hygienist, Dentist in any of the nine dental specialties
Occupational Profile: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-9091.00
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| PROGRAM & COURSE INFORMATION |
| Program Courses & Course Sequence |
MC 59 Intro to Dental Assisting - 2 semesters - 3 credits
MC 60 Dental Assisting I - 1 semester - 1.5 credits
MC 61 Dental Assisting IIA - 1 quarter - .75 credits
NEW - Dental Assisting IIB and Dental Assisting Internship - 1 quarter - .75 credits
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| Pre/Co Requisite |
6 high school credits (required) and a 2.0 GPA (recommended).
Seniors only - Successful completion of 1 credit of Biology or Anatomy & Physiology
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| Length of Program |
2 - 4 Semesters. In the 4th quarter students may take Dental Assisting or complete a Dental Assisting Internship |
| College Credit |
College credit may be available |
| Technology Requirements |
Computer access with Windows OS, Adobe Reader, webcam, microphone and anti-virus protection. |
| Supply Fees |
Year 1 - estimated supply fee $85
Year 2 - estimated supply fee $190
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Adult Tuition*
Blended Program
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Year 1 - $4,885.00
Year 2 - $4,885.00
(Adult Blended Program students have the option to skip Year 1).
*This program does not qualify for Federal Financial Aid. Affordable payment plans are available. This program is not approved under COE Accreditation, and is not eligible for post-secondary credit.
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| Start Date |
End Date |
Days |
Times |
Campus |
| July 24, 2023 |
May 22, 2024 |
Monday - Friday, Daily (morning) |
8:00am - 10:35am |
Main |
| July 24, 2023 |
May 22, 2024 |
Monday - Friday, Daily (afternoon) |
12:00pm - 2:35pm |
Main |
Get started! Enroll in the EVIT Dental Assisting program.
For announcements and updates about the EVIT Dental Assistant program, text EVIT to 855-998-3848.
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