Up your earning potential and sharpen your skills as a dental assistant by increasing your expertise in the dental field. As an expanded functions dental assistant, you'll get the opportunity to provide more hands-on care to patients and perform various dental services.
Program at a Glance
Program Type
1-year Certificate
Area of Study
Healthcare
Est. Program Cost
$2680.00
Perform Advanced Dental Assistant Duties
Why Choose Germanna
Our students take advantage of training at local dental offices and upon completion of the program, you will be able to register as a Dental Assistant II with the Virginia Board of Dentistry.
Career Options in the Field of Dental Assisting
In-Demand Jobs:
Dental Assistants: Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist including equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures.
Salary Expectations
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What You'll Learn
In-Demand Skills:
- The skills and knowledge of dental assisting
- And understanding of how to advance in dental careers
- Graduates will practice as a fully functioning Dental Assistant II as defined by the Virginia Board of Dentistry
- Ability to place direct restorations.
- Indirect pulp capping procedures
Courses may vary from semester to semester. Please consult the college catalog for the most up-to-date information.
Dental Assistant Pass Rate
- Dental Assisting II Successful Completion and Registration Rate = 93%
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