Dental Assisting, Certificate (Limited Access Program)

Your path to success

Step into a rewarding career as a Dental Assistant, a profession that combines clinical and administrative expertise to ensure quality patient care and the success of dental practices. As a crucial dental clinician, you’ll perform a variety of essential clinical procedures, from taking and analyzing dental images to managing patient records and assisting with medical emergencies as well as supporting dental team members.

Why choose our program
You will learn with hands-on class experiences with the most current dental science, materials, and technology in the field. You will also gain over 300 clinical hours with several dental practices during your formal dental assisting education. You’ll gain practical experience in:

• Dental procedures and practices (includes specialties)
• Radiographic imaging
• Patient record management
• Supply and equipment management
• Infection control practices and protocols

Our program is designed to seamlessly transition your skills into the workplace, ensuring you’re performance-ready from day one. With our comprehensive curriculum and hands-on training, you’ll be well-prepared to make a significant impact in the dental field. Our Dental Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) which gives you confidence that our program is providing you with a high-quality education meeting CODA standards.

Professional credentials
Upon completing the program, you will earn the Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) credential required by the state of Florida. Additionally, you will be prepared to take the Dental Assisting National Board examination to obtain the prestigious Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential.

Application details
We admit 24 students each year, and applications are accepted all year. To ensure your spot, submit your application as soon as you meet the requirements, including completing eight observation hours with a dental assistant.

Classes begin July 2024

• Dental Assisting Program Packet and Application
• Dental Assisting Textbook List
• Dental Assisting InfoGuide
• DA Program Student Policy Handbook

Take the next step
Apply to the college! Second step, apply to Dental Assisting Program to secure your future in this vital profession!