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!
Earn your certificate in Dental Assisting at Daytona State College
Welcome Future Dental Assisting Students!
Professional Student Opportunities
Commission on Dental Accreditation
Learn why CODA accredited Dental Assisting Programs like DSC will make the difference
in your dental assisting future.
American Dental Assistants Association
Professional Association for members with national leadership opportunities and free
continued dental education.
Florida Dental Assistants Association
Learn about leadership opportunities in your state!
Dental Assisting National Board
Learn about the credentialed Certified Dental Assistant.
DALE Foundation
Here you will find numerous resources to help prepare for the Dental Assisting National
Board examination to earn the credential Certified Dental Assistant.
Additional Information about the Degree
Accreditation
The Dental Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirements”. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678. The Commission’s web address is http://www.ada.org/en/coda.
Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Key Dates
Key Dates
2nd Week of May
Applications Due
End May
Decision Letters Mailed
July
Classes Begin - Summer B