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No certificate is required to be a dental assistant. A least at the present time. Dental assistants can be training on-the-job. However, dentists prefer those who have been through a training program. The salary for those trained on-the-job is low. To make yourself more marketable with a higher salary, you should be registered, certified, and have an x-ray license. There are a number of schools that offer the dental assistant program, the most prevalent being the community college. In the long run, it will be well worth the time and effort.
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Who can you talk to that can explain to you the education you need to be a dental assistant?
A dental assistant.
Do I need a degree to be a dental assistant?
There is no official requirement of a degree to be a dental assistant. There are programs designed to learn the skills needed to be a dental assistant.
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You will need to pass a state board exam in order to receive a dental radiology certificate. Prior work as a dental assistant is not required.
Does a nursing assistant need a college degree in Texas?
Texas currently requires a certificate rather than a degree. Such courses can be taken at community colleges, or vocational schools.
Do you need a specific degree to assist a dentist?
Yes, to become a dental assistant you need to enter a training program at a community college or medical vocational school. You can obtain your certificate in 10-13 months.
How much school does a dental assistant need?
2 years
Where can I take Dental Assistant classes in Nashville, TN?
You can take dental assistant classes at Nashville University. This is a fairly large university that offers many dental related classes, so they will have the classes you need to take.
In New York, where might I find somewhere to take lessons as a dental assistant?
When you need to find dental assistant lessons in New York the best place to look would be an online medical university. They will list the locations, and lots of information about their dental assistant lessons.
How many years of study does it take to become a dental assistant?
To be a dental assistant you will need a 4 year bachelor degree with a major in pre-dentistry. If you would like to run your own practice or be a dentist, you will need an additional 4 years of study at a dental school.
What high school classes do I need to take to become a dental assistant?
all of them
Where do I find dental assistant or assisting jobs in Chicago?
I found some places where there is a need of dental assistant in chicago. I found these informations on a site http://www.indeed.com/q-Dental-Assistant-l-Chicago,-IL-jobs.html this site can show you the jobs salary, duties etc.
What are my options for dental assistant training?
You can get training to become a dental assistant at your local community college. They will offer courses geared specifically at giving you the knowledge you need to pursue this avenue for career.
