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8 Dental Assisting Diploma Programs
Big Sandy Community and Technical College
diploma in Dental Assisting/Dental Hygiene Integrated Program
- Prestonsburg, USA
Diploma
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Dental Assisting/Dental Hygiene Integrated Program prepares graduates to function as dental auxiliaries. The Dental Assisting program prepares the student to function as a dental assistant under a dentist's supervision.
MedQuest College
Dental Assisting diploma,
- Online USA
Diploma
On-Campus
English
The Comprehensive Dental Assisting program is designed to prepare the student to become a multiskilled Dental Assistant in the front office or working with the dentist.
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Herzing University - GUS
Diploma in Dental Assisting Program
- Hurt Building, USA
Diploma
On-Campus
English
The Diploma in Dental Assisting is a 47-credit program which prepares you for a career as a dental assistant. The diploma program in Minneapolis, MN provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in pre-clinical dental assisting, dental science, radiology, dental management, and much more.
Aiken Technical College
DIPLOMA IN APPLIED SCIENCE: MAJOR IN EXPANDED-DUTY DENTAL ASSISTING
- Graniteville, USA
Diploma
Full time
51 hours
On-Campus
English
The Diploma in Applied Science with a Major in Expanded-Duty Dental Assisting prepares the student to work closely with the dentist as a chair-side assistant, office manager, and laboratory assistant providing preventative and restorative care.
Arizona College
DENTAL ASSISTING
- Dallas, USA
Diploma
On-Campus
English
A dental assistant career offers you the opportunity to play a critical role in a busy dentistry environment.
Altierus Career College
Dental Assistant
- Houston, USA
- Tampa, USA
- + 1 more
Diploma
On-Campus
English
This program covers preventive dentistry, nutrition, dental health, restorative dentistry, dental sciences, dental radiography, and dental specialities such as endodontics, periodontics, pedodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery.
Vista College
Diploma in Dental Assistant
- Online USA
Diploma
On-Campus
English
Dental assistants work side-by-side with dentists to ensure a smooth patient experience. Their responsibilities include keeping patients comfortable, making dental impressions, and exposing radiographs.
Sprott Shaw College
Diploma of Dental Assistant
- Surrey, Canada
- Abbotsford, Canada
- + 5 more
Diploma
On-Campus
English
This short but intensive Dental Assistant program provides you with experience working in a modern dental lab learning from Instructors who are actively practicing in the field.Our convenient class sizes ensure the individual attention required for you to learn and master the skills you need to be successful in today’s dental clinics.
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Learn more about Dental Assisting Diploma programs
What is Dental Assisting?
Dental assisting is a field of dentistry that deals with the support and assistance of dentists. It involves providing patients with dental care, taking x-rays, preparing patients for dental procedures, and sterilizing equipment.
What are the benefits of studying Dental Assisting?
Some of the benefits of studying dental assisting include gaining knowledge about different aspects of dentistry, becoming familiar with the latest technology and techniques used in the field, and having the opportunity to work closely with dentists and other dental professionals. Dental assistants are vital to dental practices and pursuing a career in dental assisting can lead to job security and good earnings potential.
What are Dental Assisting degrees/certificates?
There are a few different types of dental assisting degrees and certificates that students can pursue. The most common is the associate degree, which takes around two years to complete. Other options include certification programs, which typically last one year or less, and bachelor’s degree programs, which take four years to complete.
What will I study during my Dental Assisting degree/certificate?
The courses that you will take during your dental assisting degree or certificate program will vary depending on the type of program that you choose. However, common courses include anatomy and physiology, dental materials, infection control, radiology, and chairside assisting.