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Course Description

Dental Assisting and Radiology: Lecture | Learn the basic skills necessary to become an entry-level dental assistant. Define dental anatomy, terminology, instruments and infection control procedures. Prepare for the Dental Assisting National Board's Radiation Health and Safety exam. Textbook information available at AACC Bookstore. CEUs issued. $688 includes $92 fee. Prerequisite: High School Diploma. Corequisites: OPA-371 Dental Assist and Rad-Skills Lab. Note: English as a second Language students must earn a composite score of 310 or better on the Level of English Proficiency exam, or successfully complete Capstone Level ESL coursework. Note: Additional cost for Dental Assisting National Board Exam for the Radiation Health and Safety exam. Additional cost for teal scrubs and shoes.

 

Learner Outcomes

Discuss and apply head and neck anatomy, and landmarks of the face and oral cavity; Identify, use and maintain dental instruments, treatment room equipment and accessories for various dental procedures; Describe the importance of infection control and the procedures used to ensure a clean dental office; Identify the foundations of dental radiology; Prepare student for the Dental Assisting National Board Radiology Health and Safety exam.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Dental Assist. & Rad: Lecture
Section Schedule
May 19, 2025 to Aug 25, 2025
Type
In Person
Days
M
Time
6:00PM to 9:45PM
Dates
May 19, 2025
Type
Hybrid
Dates
May 19, 2025 to Aug 25, 2025
Type
In Person
Days
M
Time
6:00PM to 9:45PM
Dates
Jun 02, 2025 to Aug 25, 2025
Schedule
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Contact Hours
49.0
Location
  • Main Campus
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Hybrid  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $678.00 Click here to get more information
Seniors (60+) non-credit $82.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
CEUs
5 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
May 18, 2025
Section Transfer Request Deadline
May 18, 2025
Section Notes
Note: Section 301 is hybrid with mandatory face to face meetings from 6 p.m.-9:45 p.m. on Mondays at Arnold campus. No class May 26.
Section Title
Dental Assist. & Rad: Lecture
Section Schedule
May 20, 2025 to Aug 26, 2025
Type
Hybrid
Dates
May 20, 2025 to Aug 26, 2025
Type
In Person
Days
T
Time
6:00PM to 9:45PM
Dates
May 20, 2025 to Aug 26, 2025
Schedule
View Details
Contact Hours
52.5
Location
  • Main Campus
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Hybrid  
Course Costs
Open Enrollment non-credit $678.00 Click here to get more information
Seniors (60+) non-credit $82.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
CEUs
5.3 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
May 19, 2025
Section Transfer Request Deadline
May 19, 2025
Section Notes
Note: Section 302 is hybrid with mandatory face to face meetings from 6 p.m.-9 :45 .p.m on Tuesdays at Arnold campus.
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