Dental Assistant
This exciting hands-on Dental Assistant program prepares the student to work as a front and back office dental assistant, a vital member in a dental office team. Training is done in a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. How to read and upkeep dental records, preparing patients for treatment and working chairside with dentists as they examine and treat patients are thoroughly covered in this program as well as training in instrument preparation and patient after-care. Dental Assistants are also trained thoroughly in all office procedures and protocol including appointment and treatment recording, billing and payment receipt and dental supply ordering.
This rapid certification training prepares a student for a profession as a dental assistant. You will train in the basic dental anatomy and physiology, as well as a thorough study of skills needed for your new profession, including dental health, infection control, charting, radiology, instrument and equipment prep, and lab techniques. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through intensive hands-on training and instruction in our well-rounded curriculum.
Our Dental Assistant program gives you the skills you need for success in this rapidly growing, dynamic profession. Our level of training is simply unmatched in our field. Your program is concluded with a vital externship, providing experience in a workplace setting.
- Program at a glance
- Phone and Office Protocol
- Appointment Booking
- Patient Forms Management
- Room & Tool Preparation
- Dental Anatomy, Physiology
- Infection Control
- Chairside Dental Work
- Cements/Restoratives
- Laboratory Techniques
- After-care Patient Training
- Dental Treatment Records
- Billing and Payment Receipt
- Supply Inventory & Ordering
- Additional Skills
- Patient management
- Dental Computer Software
- Radiology (X-Ray)
- OSHA laws
- Nutritional Health
NPC will provide you with experienced instructors, plenty of hands-on training, small group interaction, flexible schedules, career placement counseling and fast-track programs to make you competitive in this field in just eight months.
Career Opportunities
Most dentist offices require two or more dental assistants and dental care is a high-need health care field, many people see their dentist several times a year and the field is expanding with the new flourishing interest in cosmetic dentistry. And that means great job prospects for you as a high-quality dental assistant.
Job prospects for dental assistants are expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2014 and are expected to be one of the fastest growing occupations in the years to come.
Many dental assistants work on a full-time basis. However, various offices provide the option for dental assistants to work on a part-time basis which can allow more time with family or other interests.
- Career Options
- Private dental practices
- Group dental practices
- Specialty offices such as oral surgery, orthodontics, etc.
- Public health dentistry, teaching prevention & dental care needs
- Insurance (dental) companies
- Dental product sales
NPC’s excellent Placement Center is here to help you to discover your many employment opportunities.
- Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I know if becoming a Dental Assistant is a right career choice for me?
Making a career decision is an important choice; NPC has qualified staff in admissions that can help you find out what is best for you. - Will I get enough hands-on experience?
NPC provides you with plenty of hands-on training as a part of the classes that you take in order to fully prepare you for all of the job duties you will have in this profession. - Will I get any certifications after I complete my program?
The certification awarded with this training will provide your potential employers with the verification that you are proficient in the skills needed to be a top dental assistant and that you have been trained and proven your ability with these skills. - Is there a demand for Dental Assistants?
Dental Assistants have many employment opportunities. Full and part time positions are in abundance. The opportunities are endless. - How can NPC prepare me for the work place?
NPC provides each student an externship where you can get real experience. In addition, NPC has a Placement Center with an excellent placement history. - Do you offer bilingual classes?
NPC has very caring bilingual instructors that will help you throughout your entire program.