Clinical Dental Assistant at UGA

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When you become a dental assistant, you’ll enjoy a career that is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. Caring dental assistants truly make a difference with clients, providing comfort and education. Plus, this field offers flexible hours and is expected to grow exponentially in the future. Dental assistant school is the first step you need to take, and this online Clinical Dental Assistant course will prepare you to become a productive and successful member of a dental hygienist team.

This online dental assisting course is the most comprehensive you’ll find. You’ll learn about every aspect of professional dental assisting, including invaluable real-world perspectives from experienced dental assistants and essential information about anatomy and physiology, preventive dentistry, patient care and communication, radiology, pharmacology, anesthesia, assisting in specialty practices, employment strategies, and much more.

Toward the end of the course—or after completion—you will have the opportunity to apply for an externship, where you’ll get real-life clinical assistant experience. You’ll also be ready to pursue certification as a dental assistant by passing the radiology and infection control portions of the Dental Assisting National Board examination. The exam or one or more of its components is necessary in states where registration is required for dental assistants.

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Format: Online

Hours: 240

Credits: 24 CEUs

When: Start Anytime

Cost: $1,995

The progression of dental disease and preventive techniques.
Identification of teeth and their functions, as well as the anatomy of the head and neck.
Sterilization and disinfection techniques and infection prevention.
How to complete patient charting and take vital signs.
How to set up trays for dental procedures.
Processing quality radiographs.

How you will benefit:

You will have the opportunity to apply for the Dental Externship Program, which includes 40 hours of real-life training.
You’ll also be ready to sit for the radiology and infection control portions of the Dental Assisting National Board examination to start your journey to becoming a certified dental assistant.
You’ll receive a certificate of completion to show all that you’ve learned in this course.

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Course Information

Course Number:

0551-002

Course Date Info:

Start Anytime

Course Format:

Online

Course Fee(s):

$1,995

Accommodations

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education is committed to providing equal access to continuing education programs for students living with permanent or temporary disabilities. Learn more about the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education program accommodations.

Continuing Education Information

240 Hour/24 CEUs

Certification or Licensure Information:
The 40-hour Dental Externship is only offered to Clinical Dental Assistant students. The application for the externship is within the course. You must be at least 80% complete with the course before applying but will also have up to 6 months after completion to apply. The externship is not guaranteed. It is an optional part of the course, but highly recommended training for clinical assistant experience. Accepted externship students will be assisted in finding local offices that they are interested in. Externship students will need to pass a background check and a possible drug test. You will be asked to purchase liability insurance and be responsible for purchasing this on their own ($40 to $45 for an annual policy). You will need to provide an updated resume, current CPR certification and proof of current Hepatitis B vaccinations or a current negative test form provided by a doctor, depending on the state or the doctor’s office that has been selected for the externship. There may be more requirements depending on the state or dental office selected.

CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT, CDA AND DANB are trademarks of the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc (DANB). This course is not reviewed or endorsed by DANB.

Prerequisite Courses:

There are no prerequisites prior to taking this course, however you must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Basic computer skills are required. No healthcare or medical office work experience is required. A current CPR certification is required for employment, but it’s not required for this course.

Textbooks Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

Dental Assisting: A Comprehensive Approach
Dental Terminology
Dental Assisting Instrument Guide
Certification Exam Review for Dental Assisting: Prepare, Practice and Pass!
Flossing and Brushing Teaching Model
Pediatric Hygiene Kits
Externship packet and dental smock will be provided upon acceptance into the Externship Program.

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