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Dental Assistant
Description Students in this major will learn how to perform patient care, front office and laboratory duties in the dental office. They will practice infection control, use dental materials, perform dental charting and chair side functions. The major includes clinical experiences in a professional office. Core First Aid and Healthcare Provider CPR is included in this career major. This career major is for students who have an accredited Dental Assistant career major option available on their campus. Hours for Major 600.0 Approved for Financial Aid Yes Open to 2nd year high school students and adults.
Courses Hours Core Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid 15 Foundations of Dental Assisting 45 Dental Science 75 Clinical Sciences for the Dental Assistant 360 Internship in the Dental Office 105