Dental Assisting - Flint Hills Technical College

Dental Assisting from Flint Hills Technical College is a Campus Associate Dentistry degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Mission: Graduates of the Dental Assisting program will have mastered the skills and knowledge necessary to gain employment in dental offices for entry-level chair side functions and management. Students in the Dental Assisting program will participate in planned and supervised experiences directed toward performing dental assisting techniques with precision, safety and efficiency. They will demonstrate assisting skills and integrate these skills into the total curriculum. Students will be active in team cooperation and develop personal growth toward life-long learning. Career Paths: Graduates from the Dental Assisting program will be prepared to seek career opportunities in a variety of diverse industries, including: Dental Offices Orthodontics Offices Dental Labs Dental Sales Representatives Dental Insurance Company Representative The Industry: Dental Assistants are an integral part of the dental team within the dental office. Allied Health Care Workers are in high demand and this field is expected to grow through the year 2015. Experienced Dental Assistants are rewarded well, and become highly regarded in the profession, entry-level Dental Assistants may start around $8 to $11 per hour, while more experienced assistants can earn from $15 to $20 per hour. Dental Assistants' job is performed in a dental office. There are nine specialties and general practitioners within the scope of the dental profession. Those who complete the Dental Assisting Program can qualify for employment across the nation. (Exceptions for National Certification are California and Minnesota.) Entry-level Dental Assistants may start around $8 to $11 per hour, while more experienced assistants can earn from $15 to $20 per hour. 2-year Associate of Applied Science Degree The Associate of Applied Science degree , with a major in Dental Assisting , is a four-semester program that contains technical and general education courses. These planned and supervised experiences?classroom, laboratory, clinical internships?help graduates develop the knowledge and skills needed to perform procedures with precision, safety and efficiency consistent with proven dental concepts and practices. View more details on Flint Hills Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Dentistry courses.