What schools offer a program to become a dental assistant?

Answer 1

here in the Philippines its UB!

Addition to answer above:

Many Community and technical colleges in the US offer degree programs in dental assisting, which is a 2 year degree program resulting in an Associates of Applied Science. From my experience, the programs are highly competitive, and you will need to mind your p's and q's to get in.

Answer 2

You can obtain this information by going to www.collegeboard.com/splash/ and using the sites College MatchMaker search engine, or you can also click on the related links section (College Board) indicated below this answer box, which will take you directly to the site. You can research colleges and universities by name, or by programs of study, or by geographical location, size, or combinations of part or all of them. The site will provide you with a list of institutions based on your request. It will give you the schools background, accreditation, degree offerings, programs of study, entrance requirements, tuition and fees, financial assistance, room and board, athletic programs etc. and a link to each institutions official web page. Practice navigating this site. It will be well worth the time and effort.

WARNING!!!

When choosing a college or university, make sure the institution has a regional accreditation. With a regional accreditation you can be assured the coursework and degree you complete will be recognized by all other colleges and universities as well as employers. Below I have listed the six accrediting agencies and their geographical areas of responsibility. I am disclosing the below so you do not become a victim of educational scams, and institutions that are nothing more than diploma mills, where they are eager to take your money for a degree that is worthless. Make sure the institution is accredited by one of following responsible agencies.

Regional Accreditation Agencies

· Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools - Educational institutions in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, as well as schools for American children in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

· New England Association of Schools and Colleges - Educational institutions in the six New England states (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont).

· North Central Association of Colleges and Schools - Educational institutions in Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, New Mexico, South Dakota, Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Wyoming.

· Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities - Postsecondary institutions (colleges and universities) in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.

· Western Association of Schools and Colleges - Educational institutions in California, Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa, Micronesia, Palau, and Northern Marianas Islands.

· Southern Association of Colleges and Schools - Educational institutions in Virginia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and Texas.

Answer 3

One thing nearly everyone has to do every few years is visit a dentist. Dentists do not work alone however. One person who helps a dentist do his or her job is a dental assistant. However, becoming a dental assistant isn't exactly easy. It requires the completion of certified dental assistant programs.

Preparation for such a career should begin in high school. This preparation should include a focus on Biology, business, chemistry, and health. Taking such classes in high school will prepare a student for the kinds of classes he or she will have to take in a certified dental assistant program.

After high school, a person should apply to an actual certified dental assistant program. That program should have accreditation through the Dental Accreditation Commission. Over 300 different programs at different schools have this kind of accreditation. Schools with these kinds of programs include Everest Institute, Kaplan College, the Academy of Healthcare Professionals, and Keiser University.

There will be certain requirements for entering such a program. An applicant will be required to have either a high school diploma or a GED equivalent. Good grades in science classes in high school are likely to be a plus. Having a decent SAT score may also be required for certain programs.

Earning a certificate from a dental assistant program won't be easy. However, it won't take as long as obtaining a regular degree. Such a program should be able to be completed in a year. On the other hand, an associate's degree will usually take at least two years to obtain.

A certified dental assistant program should include classwork, lectures, homework, and exams. However, hands on experience in laboratories and dental offices will also likely be included. Things that will be taught will include how to care for patients, how to keep records, and the science behind different dental procedures.

Thankfully, a person does not have to be a fulltime student to obtain a dental assistant certification. Classes can be attended two to three times to week. They can also be attended at night so those students can work fulltime jobs during business hours.

Answer 4

Universities that have a College of Dentistry.

Answer 5

There are many colleges across Canada that offer a program to become a certified dental assistant. Some of these colleges include CDI College, George Brown College, and Holland College.

Answer 6

There are many good schools for dentistry. The best school for dental assistant training is Westwood College.