A growing number of Dental Assistants are expected to be hired in private dental offices and dental clinics to perform routine tasks so that Dentists can devote more time to complex procedures. In fact, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Dental Assisting is expected to be one of the fastest growing occupations over the 2004-14 projection period.

Seacoast’s Dental Assisting program prepares graduates to assist in a variety of dental office procedures. This program gives students a background in dental anatomy, pathology, and terminology, and includes the study of dental materials, radiography and chairside assisting techniques.

Graduates of the program will be trained and prepared to assist dentists with exams, perform a variety of dental procedures including instrument preparation, taking dental x-rays, conducting dental laboratory procedures, as well as reception and office management procedures.

Dental technology is a rapidly developing field with new materials and techniques constantly being utilized in today’s dental office. Seacoast Career Schools’ Dental Assisting Program provides students with training in today’s technologies. [ more info ]

Brown Mackie College

Diploma in Dental Assistant

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy helping others, consider a career in dental assisting. The Dental Assistant diploma program at Brown Mackie College offers the education you need to work as a member of a dental health team and to assist the dentist in all phases of dentistry. Your dental assistant education includes general and specialty dentistry, chairside procedures, radiology, and laboratory and business office assisting. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be prepared to pursue entry-level employment in dentist offices, government agencies, and physician offices. [ more info ]

Brookline College

Dental Assistant Diploma

The goal of the Dental Assistant Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry level positions as dental assistants. Since they are trained in clinical, radiographic and administrative procedures, their services are also sought by dental schools, dental supply manufacturers, hospital dental departments, and insurance companies. Graduates are also capable of filling entry level positions such as dental receptionist, dental insurance clerk, dental supply salesperson, and administrative assistant. [ more info ]

AmeriTech College

Dental Assistant

AmeriTech College offers a 38 week Dental Assistant program at our Provo campus. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist a dentist or hygienist. Students learn patient preparation, chair-side assisting, front office skills, radiology techniques, laboratory procedures, dental materials preparation as well as sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and equipment, preparation of tray setups and various dental procedures. Graduates are qualified to sit for the Certified Dental Assistant exams.

The Dental Assistant program is 34 semester credit hours in length. It consists of 30 weeks of classroom training followed by an externship of 8 weeks (300 hours) in nearby dental offices for a total of 38 weeks. Student externships may be completed in a general dentistry office or in a specialty practice such as oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, periodontics or orthodontics.

To learn more about this program, please complete the online "Request free Information" form. [ more info ]

Anthem Institute

Dental Assisting Diploma

Anthem Institute was created in 1970 when one of the largest insurance organizations in the world had a need for qualified people to run its multimillion dollar computer center. In lieu of attempting to seek out skilled employees, the company created its own training center. The concept proved to be a success and in short order other large companies began to rely on Anthem Institute to provide them with computer professionals as well. The school was originally known as The Chubb Institute.[ more info ]

U.S. Career Institute

Dental Assistant

Dental Assistants are a vital part of the dental care team. They participate in every part of the dental office, from patient care to billing, x-rays to lab work... they're the backbone of the dental industry. With U.S. Career Institute's accredited program, you'll learn exactly what to do and how to do it. Our exclusive Virtual Lab takes you beyond book-learning into the world of virtual dental office experiences. You'll be ready to start your career in as little as four months!

*with experience, based on figures from the U.S. Dept. of Labor's BLS website

U.S. Career Institute is one of the oldest distance-learning institutions in the nation. For over 30 years, USCI have trained thousands of men and women for exciting and rewarding careers. To learn more about this program, complete free information request form. [ more info ]

Penn Foster Career School

Dental Assistant Program

Learn the skills you need to become a Dental Assistant - at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster. As a Dental Assistant, you'll need to know how to manage office operations, schedule appointments, update patient records and more. The Penn Foster Dental Assistant Program can help you learn these skills. Train quickly and conveniently! You'll learn valuable skills with these courses and more:

Dental Terminology and Anatomy

Preventive Dentistry and Nutrition

Disease Transmission, Pathology, and Dental Emergencies

Radiology and pharmacology, and Anesthesiology

And you'll learn it all at home - no classroom needed!

You'll get valuable information about finding a job. It's like having your own personal Dental Assistant school. Start a rewarding career in one of the fastest-growing occupations. Why take a Dental Assistant training program? With the right credentials, you can:

Work for a private dental practice.

Work at a dental clinic, performing a variety of services.

Work for a federal, state, or local government agency.

Penn Foster's tuition is among the lowest of all career schools and includes all of your books, study guides, and learning aids. And, Penn Foster offers 0% APR financing and customized payment plans to best meet your individual need.

Get more information today and in a few months from enrollment, you can be on your way to a career as a certified Dental Assistant!

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