Students in this major will learn how to perform patient care, front office and laboratory duties in the dental office. They will practice infection control, use dental materials, perform dental charting and chair side functions. The major includes clinical experiences in a professional office. Core First Aid and Healthcare Provider CPR is included in this career major. This career major is for students who have an accredited Dental Assistant career major option available on their campus.
Instructors
Shanna Wilson
Curriculum/Hours
| Core Healthcare Provider CPR and Fird Aid | 15 | |
| Foundations of Dental Assisting | 30 | |
| Dental Science | 75 | |
| Clinical Sciences for the Dental Assistant | 360 | |
| Internships in the Dental Office | 105 | |
| TOTAL HOURS | 585 |
College Credit
College Credit is available for this major.
Cost
There is no cost for this major.
Student Organization
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a service organization for high school and adult students of industrial programs. HOSA provides opportunities for students to enhance their personal and leadership qualities through individual and group projects and through skill competitions which are held on local, state, and national levels.
Health Science Student Handbook
For more information on this Career Major, contact Student Services
at 405.452.5500
or the instructor at swilson@wwtech.org