| Program Description: | A program that prepares individuals to provide patient care, take dental radiographs (x-ray photographs), prepare patients and equipment for dental procedures, and discharge office administrative functions under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists. Includes instruction in medical record-keeping, general office duties, reception and patient intake, scheduling, equipment maintenance and sterilization, basic radiography, pre- and post-operative patient care and instruction, chairside assisting, taking tooth and mouth impressions, and supervised practice. |
| Program Duration: | 32 Weeks |
| Program Cost: | $14,855.00 |
| Tuition and Fees: | $14,680.00 |
| Books Cost: | $75.00 |
| Tools Cost: | $0.00 |
| Other Cost: | $100.00 |
| Pell Grant: | No |
| Prerequisites: | Highschool Diploma/GED, minimum score of 14 of CCAT entrance exam, submit an essay on why you want to become a Dental Assistant |
| Program Occupations: |
31909100 - Dental Assistants |
| Disabled Student Access: | No |
| Other Language: | No |
| Program Provider: | Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts |
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| Location Name | Address | County |
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| Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts | 4712 Stoddard Rd, Modesto CA 95356 | Stanislaus County |
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