Instruction is in dental facility under supervision of a licensed dentist. All instructors have dental education and are working in a dental office setting as an Office Manager, Expanded Dental Assistant or a Dental Hygienist. Must have a minimum of 5 years Dental Office Setting experience. Instructors must have Radiology License.
A program that prepares individuals to provide patient care, take dental radiographs, prepare patients and equipment for dental procedures, and discharge office administrative functions under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists. Includes instruction in record-keeping, equipment maintenance and sterilization, basic radiography, pre- and post-operative patient care and instruction, chairside assisting, taking tooth and mouth impressions and overall patient care. As mentioned the training does include Dental Radiography Training both with lecture and clinical procedures. Upon completion of the course, the graduate will take the Radiation Health and Safety Exam to obtain their Limited Dental Radiography License.
High School Diploma or GED or in process of obtaining
Deadlines vary based upon the start date of the class session. 4 weeks prior to onset of course beginning recommended