Dental Assisting - Registered, Associate in Science Degree

Orange Coast College

Dental assisting is a challenging field requiring skills in chairside assisting, dental radiology, preventive therapy, patient management, receptionist duties, expanded functions and office management. Qualified dental assistants find employment opportunities in a variety of settings such as private dental offices, specialty practices,federal or state dental programs and dental schools. The Dental Assisting program is accredited by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Dental Board of California, 2005 Evergreen Street, Suite 1550, Sacramento, CA 95815. RDA functions are taught to laboratory competency and clinical competency where applicable. A list of laboratory and clinical competencies is available upon request. Students must complete all required courses with a grade of ''C'' or better. Program application process is accomplished by online application through the college. Although applications are accepted throughout the year, the Dental Assisting Registered program starts only in the fall semester of every school year. This program is a sequential program. All fall semester courses must be taken concurrently in the fall semester. All spring semester courses must be taken concurrently in the spring semester. Complete the Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Science Graduation Requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog. Program Outcome The outcome of the program is to meet the needs of the local health care community by preparing students for employment as a professional and competent registered dental assistant.