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Faculty of Healthcare
Dental Assistant Level I and II
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Faculty of Faculty of Healthcare»Dental Assistant Level I and II
***Next Start: February 21, 2012***
Program Description
The Dental Assistant program is Level I and II. It is a 35-week diploma program registered with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities which meets the requirements of H.A.R.P. (Healing Arts Radiating Protection Act), allowing the graduate to take x-rays in the Province of Ontario.
The program consists of 2 semesters 16 weeks each, with a one-week break between semesters, and 3 weeks of internship during the second semester. Upon successful completion of the Level I and II Dental Assistant program, the graduate is eligible to write the NDAEB Exam. The success rate of our students is consistent with the National average.
This is a full-time program. The student will attend a Clinic Theory class at a local dental office to practice their hands-on skills, such as oral evacuation, instrument transfer, rubber dam application, practical radiography, pit and fissure sealant application, coronal polishing, etc.
Program Outline
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Dental Records
- Clinical Theory
- Dental Office Procedures
- Dental Science
- Human Relations
- Infection Control
- Pharmacology and Dental Emergencies
- Preventive Dentistry and Nutrition
- Radiography (course meets all H.A.R.P. requirements)
- CPR and Standard First Aid
- Placement Internship (see details below)
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary Diploma (grade 12) or equivalent is needed along with demonstrated English proficiency, communication and comprehension skills.
Placement Internship
The internship consists of a three-week internship in a dental office in the last semester of the programme upon successful completion of all theory requirements.
Employment Opportunities
Area employers that hire our graduates include:
Ontario Secondary Diploma (grade 12) or equivalent is needed along with demonstrated English proficiency, communication and comprehension skills.
Placement Internship
The internship consists of a three-week internship in a dental office in the last semester of the programme upon successful completion of all theory requirements.
Employment Opportunities
Area employers that hire our graduates include:
- Dr. Boyce, DDS, Periodontist
- Limestone Dental Centre
- Cataraqui Dental Centre
- Altima Dental Care
- Dr. Clinton, DDS
- Dr. O’Neil, DDS
- Dr. Vargis, DDS
- Dr. Vachon, DDS
As a Graduate of the Dental Assistant Program....
- Employment opportunities are numerous
- The majority of positions exist in general practice and specialty offices (orthodontic, periodontic, pedodontic, endodontic and prosthodontic)
- Job opportunities present in regional public health departments
- Alternative career options include dental sales representatives, teaching, dental clinics and labs
A Dental Assistant Career Is For You If You...
- Enjoy working with the public
- Have excellent manual dexterity
- Are able to prioritize and organize your work
- Are a team player
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