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Train for a new career!
This course prepares students to take on significant responsibility as a member of the dental health care team. Dental assistants greatly increase the efficiency of the dentist in delivery of quality oral health care. A career in dental assisting offers many challenges and a variety of procedures. Specific tasks may be performed such as assisting with and providing direct patient care, sterilizing instruments, taking impressions and performing office management tasks. This program is a blend of academic and clinical coursework. Upon completion, students will be proficient in dental assisting techniques with emphasis on four-handed dentistry utilization of tray setups for specific general practice and procedures.
Upcoming Classes
Fall 2024
Orientation: Aug. 1, 6-9 p.m.
Aug. 6-Oct. 24
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.
Lab: Fridays, Aug. 9-Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Please note: One week there will be lab on Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 6-9 p.m.
Externship: Nov. 4-Dec. 13
Job Outlook
Cost
$3,500 (includes books, lab fees and materials)
Additional costs: Scrubs, background check, drug test and/or CPR certification (depends on externship site requirements)
Notes:
- This course is not eligible for financial aid; however, payment plans are available.
- Students using the payment plan option have up to five business days after registration to finalize their payment plans.
Registration Information
Registration is by appointment only. during open registration, or email 新加坡时时彩MedicalDistrict@llcc.edu to reserve your appointment.
Open Registration for Fall Classes is late April to mid-July.
Open Registration for Spring Classes is mid-October to mid-December.
View prerequisites below.