Dental Assistant

Program Overview

Our program is designed to equip students with the essential skills to succeed in an entry-level role within the dental industry. This in-person program prepares you to perform critical tasks in a professional dental office setting. It offers a comprehensive foundation for a rewarding career in dental healthcare administration and performance.

With a focus on patient interaction, safety, and office procedures, students will learn medical record-keeping, general office duties, reception and patient intake, scheduling, equipment maintenance and sterilization, pre- and post-operative dental patient care and procedure instruction, chair side assisting, taking dental radiographs, radiation safety, taking dental impressions, dental restoration, preventative and comprehensive oral health, and electronic health records (EHR).

Core Program Courses

The program includes key courses such as Dentistry as a Profession, Dental Law & Ethics, Dental Science & Anatomy, Dental Preclinical Skills, Dental Prevention & Oral Health, Dental Radiology, Dental Restorative Procedures & Materials, Dental Chairside Assisting, Comprehensive Dental Care, Dental Office Management, and Dental Assisting Externship.

In addition, Professional Development prepares students for success in their careers. The total credits for the program are 35, with 245 hours of lecture, 120 hours of lab work, and 180 hours of externship.

Tuition and Fees

Note: Uniforms, immunizations, a watch with a second hand, and other additional supplies are the student’s responsibility. Applicants must complete and submit paperwork for a drug screen test with a test result of negative.

Who Can Consider This Program?

This program is ideal for anyone seeking to enter the healthcare industry and pursue a fulfilling career in the dental field. Whether you’re looking to start fresh or advance your career, the EVCC Dental Assistant program offers an accessible pathway into the healthcare sector.