Associate of Applied Science Degree: 91 credits
Monday - Friday | 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hours vary during clinical and internship experience.
Enrollment Point: Fall or Winter Quarter
This program has been granted accreditation approval by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, a division of the American Dental Association. Students are prepared for employment as Certified Dental Assistants (CDA). Dental assistants work in dental offices performing such tasks as four-handed dentistry, bookkeeping, x-rays, and expanded functions. The program includes lectures, demonstrations, small and large group discussions, and practicum.
Class meets Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. On clinic days, class meets from 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The hours during internship vary depending on the intern site.
A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only). To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete the certificate program and meet the general education course requirements.
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