Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
What you will learn
Describe the roles for each member of the dental team and twelve dental specialties
Define the legal and ethical practice of dental assisting, including HIPAA
Explain deciduous and permanent dentition along with their functions in dental anatomy and pathology
Describe the chain of infection, transmission routes, and infection control for the dental practice, along with OSHA regulations
Summarize the role of the dental assistant in pharmacology, nutrition, and interaction with a variety of patients in normal daily activities and emergency situations
Describe the use, care, and preparation of dental instruments for patient care
Outline the necessary components of a patient record prior to dental charting
Use charting techniques to identify dental restorations and disease to create a treatment plan to prevent future disease progression
Set up equipment for anesthesia and sedation.
Describe patient clinical methods and techniques to prevent dental disease
Identify the process of exposing high-quality radiographs in both traditional and digital formats
Describe dental materials, their uses in dental treatment, and skills needed to use them efficiently
Define the dental assistant's role in pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry
Explain the communication and business needs to maintain a dental business office
State transferable hard and soft skills in order to complete a résumé for a dental assistant position
How you will benefit
Real-world perspectives from experienced dental assistants
Essential information about anatomy and physiology, preventive dentistry, patient care, and communication, radiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, assisting in specialty practices, employment strategies, and much more
Explore the basics of maintaining computerized clinical dental records using Dentrix Practice Management software
Obtain your clinical dental assistant certification through the Dental Assisting National Board
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
52
Hours
300
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Central Vermont Adult Basic Education, Inc.
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
46 Washington Street, Suite 100, Barre, Vermont
Local WIB
00 - Vermont Workforce Investment Area
Name of Credential
"1 & 2: Dental Assisting National Board 3: American Red Cross"
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
VSAC
Refund Policy
For refunds requested within 10 calendar days commencing on the date listed as the Start Date in the ed2go Student Center, 100% of the tuition amount shall be refunded, provided no more than 50% of the program has been completed and all course materials are returned in as-new condition to ed2go at the student’s expense.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$3,195.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,195.00
