Dental Assisting

Dental Assisting is a one-year program that prepares graduates for employment in the dental setting with emphasis on current concepts of clinical chairside assisting.  The program focus is hands-on training in the lab, in-depth knowledge of materials, patient care, sterilization, dental casts and impressions, and digital imaging and much more to be successful in the rapidly growing dental industry.  Start your career as a Dental Assistant immediately after you complete this program.

Accreditation

The program in dental assisting is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation [and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval with reporting requirements”]. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. The Commission’s web address is: http://www.ada.org/en/coda.

Certifications Available

• Certified Dental Assistant (DANB)
• Dental Assistant (CTTC)
• Radiation Protection and Safety (OK Board of Dentistry)
• Coronal Polishing and Topical Fluoride (OK Board of Dentistry)
• Placement of Pit and Fissure Sealants (OK Board of Dentistry)
• Assisting in the Administration of Nitrous Oxide (OK Board of Dentistry)
• CPR/First Aid
• Career Readiness Certificate

Career Major

Professional Dental Assistant -- 1,050 hours

Course available for Adults

In District Tuition: $2,625 -- Institutional scholarships may be available

Out of District Tuition: $5,250