Course Outline
The following subjects are covered in depth from both a didactic and practical clinical experience. Hands on training with all the equipment, instrumentations and materials used in our state of the art practicing dental office. All students receive in excess of 8 hours of instruction in radiology.
- Dental Theory and Terminology
- Dental and oral anatomy, tooth numbering system
- Instrument nomenclature and identification for all aspects of General Dentistry
- Dental Terminology
- Equipment operation, chair positioning, assistant equipment useage
- Four-handed Dental Assisting
- Instrument transfer techniques, chair-side assisting and suctioning
- Chair-side doctor-patient-assistant positioning
- Tub and Tray system
- Use of instruments and materials in assisting for:
- Operative Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Prosthodontics (Crown and Bridge)
- Endodontics
- Periodontics
- Pedodontics
- Orthodontics
- Handpiece care and maintenance
- Radiology
- X-ray theory and technique, use of Rinn Holders and other methods.
- Intraoral, bitewing, panoramic, and endodontic exposure methods
- Developing x-rays using the automatic processor
- X-ray safely and precautions
- Dental Radiation Health & Safety for Kentucky Certification
- Radiation Health & Safety Requirements for DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) Certification of Indiana
- CPR certification
- Impressions and Model Trimming
- Impression materials and practice in their use: alginates, rubber base, etc.
- Wax bites, counter impressions
- Model pouring and trimming
- Sterilization Techniques
- Sterilization theory and terminology, autoclave operation
- Instrument and equipment sterilization/disinfection
- Treatment room disinfection and asepsis techniques
- Job Interview Techniques
Course Syllabus
| Course: | Dental Assisting |
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| Course Description: | A course designed to give basic foundational knowledge and skills necessary to start a dental career. We provide an actual dental office setting and provide exposure and a wide range of techniques, materials, and dental knowledge. We focus on "hands-on" skills which prepare and motivate individuals to get their first job. |
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| Course Director: | Lisa Montgomery, EDDA |
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| Course Instructor: | Cindy Masticola, EDDA |
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| Teaching Methods: | Methods of presentation are lectures, videotapes, group discussions, and lab activities. |
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| Assigned Text: | Robinson, D., Bird, D.: Essentials of Dental Assisting, Fourth Edition Philadelphia, P A W.B. Sanders Co., Fourth Edition, 2007 |
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| Evaluation: | Students will be evaluated by:
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| Grading Scale: | 90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D < 59 = F |
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| Policies: | See: Rules & Regulations Sheets Please ABSOLUTELY NO cell phones during class time! |
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| Materials Needed: | 3-Ring Binder with paper (tabs recommended) Pencils and/or pens Medical scrubs |
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| Requirements: | A certificate of completion will be awarded to those students who have maintained a score of at least 70%, have complied a satisfactory attendance record as outlined by the school and are in good standing financially with the school at the time of graduation |
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About the Course
The job opportunities for trained assistants is quite good in today's marketplace. While no one can guarantee job placement, the dental profession is currently facing a shortage of trained assistants. If one examines the classified ads of the local newspaper, they would find many entries for Dental Assistants.
Following your training in this ten week course, you will have the confidence and skills necessary to apply for these positions. Along with your diploma, we will give you a summary of your training experience.
Part of your training will involve the JOB INTERVIEW itself, how to prepare for it, how to dress, what to say, etc. So often jobs are lost during the first five minutes of the interview. WE feel it is important to train you in this area so that you will stand out from the rest of those competing for that position.
Additionally, many doctors call our office asking for a list of our recent student graduates. We also inform our current class of any doctor needing Dental Assistants so that they may apply directly for the position. Many of our student's have obtained jobs as Dental Assistants even before completing the course.
The starting pay scale for experienced Dental Assistants is considerably higher for those who have completed a structured dental assisting course and most offices will not even consider anyone without that experience. We are often asked what can a graduate from our course expect to make in their first job? The answer depends on where the office is located. Offices in metropolitan areas generally pay higher salaries than those in the outer suburban areas. Graduates of our course can expect to start well above the pay scale of those with no experience, but less than the experienced assistants. This is good news, as your experience and skills develo with time on the job, your pay level should also rise
The school will assist with job placement but provides no guarantee of placement. Nor does it imply, state or guarantee a given amount of earnings.
Indiana Code Regulatory Statement
This institution is fully accredited by the Indiana Commission on Proprietary Education
302 W. Washington St. Room E201
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll free number: 1-800-227-5695 or (317) 232-1324
