DENTAL ASSISTANT (51.0601)
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for entry-level employment as dental assistants and dental auxiliaries. Graduates of this program may apply to take the Certified Dental Assistant Examination given by the Dental Assisting National Board. Graduates are eligible for employment as dental assistants with expanded functions and radiography skills. The university awards a certificate upon completion of the program.
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Program Requirements (18 Credits)
Core Requirements
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DEA 101Introduction to Dental Assisting1
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DEA 104Dental Materials1
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DEA 106Dental Anatomy2
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DEA 108Diet, Nutrition, and Oral Hygiene1
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DEA 110Dental X-Ray1
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DEA 112Front Office Procedures1
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DEA 114Dental Office Emergencies1
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DEA 120Preclinical Dental Assisting Procedures2
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DEA 122Expanded Functions for Dental Assistant I2
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DEA 124Expanded Functions for Dental Assistant II**2
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DEA 126Clinical Externship**4
DENTAL CLASSES ARE OFFERED SIMULTANEOUSLY IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH
Completing a course or program in a language other than English may reduce employability where English is required. Dental Assistant students are required to wear medical attire and white shoes at all times. Students must furnish their own uniforms.
All students must have liability insurance and dosimeters in order to participate in the clinical rotations. |
All students must have liability insurance and dosimeters in order to participate in the clinical rotations. Students must complete 120 hours of clinical practice. All students must provide BLS, OSHA, HIV, and HIPPA seminar completion forms in order to participate in the clinical rotations. |
The certificate program focuses on dental assisting procedures, dental materials, anatomy, education for patients in diet, nutrition and oral hygiene, X-Ray administration, clerical tasks, emergency triage, as well as sanitation and safety protocols. The Dental Assistant Certificate program prepares Florida National University students for entry-level positions assisting dentists and dental hygienist in dental practices in Florida. |
**This course has prerequisites; check course description. |