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Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP): 51.0601 (Dental Assisting/Assistant)
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Code: 31-9091.00 (Dental Assistants)
Quarter Credits: 49.5
In-Class Clock Hours: 800
Outside Hours: N/A
Total Hours: 800
Method of Delivery: Residential
Program Length in Weeks: 40*
*Weeks may be extended depending on holiday schedules.
Dental Assistants are key members of the dental team. Dentists rely upon Dental Assistants to perform a wide range of patient, clinical and laboratory procedures. As dental procedures continue to expand and patient awareness of dental services increases, Dental Assistants will continue to be indispensable contributors to dental health care and the community.
The College's Dental Assisting program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to qualify for an entry-level position as a Dental Assistant. Graduates may also secure employment in other areas of dentistry, such as Pediatric Dentistry, or as a Back Office Assistant, and may work for public health facilities, hospital dental departments, correctional facilities, schools/universities, clinics, and dental suppliers. Emphasis is placed on the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) written exam. The exam consists of subjects in general dentistry and law and ethics. Students are encouraged to sit for the exam upon successful completion of the program.
The program prepares students for Coronal Polish Certification*, Pit and Fissure Certification* and the requirements necessary to earn a California Radiation Safety Certificate (limited to dental x-ray). Students practice techniques and procedures in a spacious and modern dental laboratory to gain proficiency in those competencies. In addition, equipment, materials, and instruments comparable to those used in an actual dental facility are used in our classrooms.
The training program is divided into learning units called modules. Students must complete all modules. Each core module stands alone and is not dependent upon previous training. Upon successful completion of the classroom and laboratory training, students are required to complete a 160-hour externship. The program includes instruction on the California Dental Practice Act and infection control in accordance with the requirements of the Dental Board of California. Completion of the program is acknowledged by the awarding of a diploma. Students also receive an 8 hour Infection Control certificate and a 2 hour Dental Practice Act certificate.
*The Coronal Polish Certification and Pit and Fissure Certification are awarded by the State of California upon successful completion of the RDA exam and completion of a state examination. Students must successfully complete coronal polish, pit and fissure, and radiation safety written and practical examinations with a minimum score of seventy-five percent (75%).
Dental Operatories, Laboratory work area and Lecture room equipped with the following:
Program Locations: Los Angeles, Orange County and Ontario
Course Number | Title | Clock Hours | Quarter Credits |
---|---|---|---|
DAA | Fundamentals of Dental Assisting | 80 | 5.5 |
DAB | Science of Dentistry | 80 | 5.5 |
DAC | Restorative Dentistry/Pharmacology | 80 | 5.5 |
DAD | Laboratory Procedures/Prosthodontics | 80 | 5.5 |
DAE | Pediatric Dentistry/Orthodontics | 80 | 5.5 |
DAF | CPR/Preventive Dentistry | 80 | 5.5 |
DAG | Endodontics/Radiography | 80 | 5.5 |
DAH | Oral Surgery/Anesthetics | 80 | 6.0 |
DAEXT1 | Externship I | 80 | 2.5 |
DAEXT2 | Externship II | 80 | 2.5 |
Totals | 800 | 49.5 |
Course Number: DAA | |
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Title | Fundamentals of Dental Assisting |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 5.5 |
Course Number: DAB | |
Title | Science of Dentistry |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 5.5 |
Course Number: DAC | |
Title | Restorative Dentistry/Pharmacology |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 5.5 |
Course Number: DAD | |
Title | Laboratory Procedures/Prosthodontics |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 5.5 |
Course Number: DAE | |
Title | Pediatric Dentistry/Orthodontics |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 5.5 |
Course Number: DAF | |
Title | CPR/Preventive Dentistry |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 5.5 |
Course Number: DAG | |
Title | Endodontics/Radiography |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 5.5 |
Course Number: DAH | |
Title | Oral Surgery/Anesthetics |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 6.0 |
Course Number: DAEXT1 | |
Title | Externship I |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 2.5 |
Course Number: DAEXT2 | |
Title | Externship II |
Clock Hours | 80 |
Quarter Credits | 2.5 |
TOTALS | |
Clock Hours | 800 |
Quarter Credits | 49.5 |
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS: 49.5
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