Dental Assistant
(30-508-2)
Technical Diploma-Less Than One Year
Course Information
Graduate Information
Program Requirements
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Program Description
Self-directed, motivated, able to anticipate the needs of others, detail oriented, good dexterity, able to work as part of a team, interested in helping people: if that sounds like you, the Dental Assistant program could be what you're looking for.
This program is a combination of theory and hands-on experiences. You'll gain the knowledge and skills you'll need to
• Assist the dentist in dental procedures.
• Sterilize and prepare instruments.
• Take impressions; prepare models and lab work.
• Assist with general office procedures.
• Expose and develop x-rays.
• Maintain and update dental charts.
After two years' on-the-job experience, you will be eligible to apply for the certification examination of the Dental Assistant National Board.
Employment is expected to grow 29 percent through 2016, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. You have opportunities!
Program Admission Requirements
• COMPASS pre-entry assessment
85 on reading
45 on pre-algebra
• Wisconsin criminal background check (requires a processing fee)
• Proof that you've completed a CPR course, a pre-entrance health history, and physical examination must be on file three weeks before you enter the core courses of the Dental Assistant program. The Admissions Office will notify you at the appropriate time.
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Hepatitis B vaccination is highly recommended before enrolling in any program lab course.
For free help in preparing for the COMPASS, contact any of CVTC's Academic Service Centers.
For more information about this program, contact the program counselor at 800-547-2882 or 715-833-6346.
For general admissions information, contact the Admissions Office at 800-547-2882 or 715-833-6246.
Students in this program are not eligible for financial aid consideration. However, you may be eligible for an alternative student loan. Information regarding alternative loans is available at http://www.cvtc.edu/pages/322.asp, and through the Financial Aid Office at 800-547-2882 or 715-833-6200.