Interested in working in a dental office? Complete this intense training program and gain the knowledge and skill needed to work in a dental office as an entry-level dental assistant, receptionist, front office assistant, or back office assistant. Topics include dental terminology, disease transmission, disinfection and sterilization, dental anatomy, dental records and charting, instrumentation, impressions and castings, radiation health and safety, insurance and billing' and front desk responsibilities. This course also provides x-ray training that qualifies you to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety Examination. Must be at least 18 years of age or older. High school diploma or GED required. Technical standards apply. Before registration, contact allied health at healthcaretraining@harford.edu to complete the reading (NGR) and math (NGA) assessments. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR required prior to clinical externship. All classes meet at Dental One, 3435 Box Hill Corporate Center Drive, Ste. E, Abingdon, MD 21009.
Navy blue scrubs are provided and you are required to wear them to both the theory class and the externship. Textbook required and available at College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree course fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
Are you a practicing dental assistant interested in sitting for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety Examination? Complete this course to gain the knowledge and skill needed to take dental radiographs including full-mouth and bitewing x-rays. A working knowledge of oral anatomy, infection control, and dental terminology required. Topics include the proper placement of dental x-rays and radiation health and safety. Skills lab practice included. All classes meet at Dental One, 3435 Box Hill Corporate Center Drive, Ste. E, Abingdon, MD 21009. Textbook required and available at College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition fee waivers apply. Transcript available.
Tuition: $445
Fee: $495
Sessions: 6
45276
Mon., Wed.
10/31-11/16
6:00 PM - 10:15 PM
On Site
Staff
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