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Dental Assisting (Certificate)
The duties of a Dental Assistant are among the most comprehensive and varied in the dental office. The Dental Assistant performs a wide range of tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills. The Dental Assisting program is approximately 10 months in length. The program includes curriculum content in general studies, biodental sciences, dental sciences, clinical sciences and clinical practice. Graduates are eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board. Students receive more than 300 hours of on-the-job training in community and regional dental offices in addition to courses taken on campus. Students will be required to cover all expenses associated with affiliation and internship assignments. Gainful Employment Information
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Dental Assisting A.A.S. - Program Details (document)
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Dental Assisting Certificate - Program Details (document)
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Dental Hygiene (A.A.S. degree)
The Dental Hygiene program is designed to prepare students as professionals in the discipline of dental hygiene. The roles of the dental hygienist can vary depending on the state board regulations. Dental hygienists are usually employed in general dental practices or specialty practices such as pediatric dentistry (treatment of children) and periodontics (treatment of diseases of the gum and supporting bone of the teeth). Dental hygienists also can apply their skills and knowledge in other career activities including office management and dental hygiene education depending on the level of education, and experience they have achieved.
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Dental Hygiene - Program Details (document)
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