Dental Assistant - Clackamas Community College

Dental Assistant from Clackamas Community College is a Campus Certificate Dentistry degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. This program is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the dental care setting. The goal of the program is to graduate students that have demonstrated competencies in clinical and administrative practices as well as demonstrated work ethics and professional values consistent with that of the American Dental Association (ADA). Core curriculum uses ADA standards and program approval by the ADA is pending. PROGRAM prerequisiteS Admission to the Dental Assistant program is during summer term to enroll for fall classes. Admission is by special application only. Specific skills are required in reading, writing and math. Applicants are advised that a high level of dexterity, the ability to multi-task and a high degree of attention to detail are required for the successful completion of this program. A physical examination by a licensed healthcare provider, immunizations and a criminal history background check are required. Drug testing will be required. Students will participate in unpaid, supervised externships in the dental care setting. PROGRAM OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the necessary exams offered through the Dental Assistant National Board and the Oregon Board of Dentistry. Students will be prepared for entry level employment as a dental assistant . CAREERS Career opportunities may include but are not limited to managed care facilities, private dental practices, state and county clinics, dental schools and the insurance industry. View more details on Clackamas Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Dentistry courses.