72 Weeks
Available methods of delivery: Blended*
The objective of this program is to prepare graduates for entry-level positions as a Dental Assistant and related clinical and administration careers. Graduates are trained to assist the dentist with patient procedures, expose and develop radiographs, prepare instruments, and perform lab procedures. Graduates will be able to keep and manage the records required for a dental office. Some career paths may require additional training and/or experience. The completion of this program could also be used as an opportunity to maintain existing employment or advance in a career.
Core Courses
General Education Courses
Other Courses
Graduation Requirements:
A student must have an overall “C” (2.0) grade point average and satisfactorily complete all requirements. (See section in catalog entitled, “Graduation Requirements”.)
*This Campus has entered in a Consortium Agreement with West Virginia Junior College (WVJC), 148 Willey Street, Morgantown, WV, 26505 for the delivery of its on line training. For any portion of this program that may delivered through an on line format, that training will be provided by WVJC. The portion of this program that can be delivered by WVJC is limited to 75% of the total credit hours. There are no additional costs incurred to receive this training through the on line delivery format.