Associate of Applied Science

Dental Assisting

Program

The Associate’s Degree in Dental Assisting provides students training in a simulated dental office setting using dental instruments, materials, and equipment for procedures in four-handed dentistry. The additional training in business and clerical skills opens a variety of placement opportunities. The general education courses in the Associate’s Degree

Program provide balance to the students’ intensive medical, dental, and business skills.

Graduates of the Dental Assisting Degree Program will:

Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and behavior required for entry-level employment.
 Demonstrate a working knowledge of ethics and professionalism as it relates to the dental office setting.
Perform clinical/laboratory skills proficiently.
Demonstrate competency in office administrative skills.
Engage in a civic engagement activity.
Collaborate effectively with others.
Communicate effectively.
Think creatively.
Reason critically.