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Dental Assistant

DENTAL ASSISTANT

picture of dental office
picture of dental hygientist looking at xray
picture of hand with dental tools

Students in this program 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. This program includes clinical experiences in a professional dental office.

Direct-Teacher Led Class
SOC Code: 31-9091.00

Application Process

Tuition Waiver

College Credit


CERTIFICATION
Dental Assistant (ODCT #8614)
American Heart Association CPR

 

CURRICULUM / HOURS

Core Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid 15
Foundations of Dental Assisting 30
Dental Science 70
Clinical Sciences for the Dental Assistant 310
Internship in the Dental Office 100
TOTAL HOURS 525

 

STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is an international student organization for high
school and adult students that promotes career opportunities in the healthcare industry to enhance
the delivery of quality healthcare to all people. 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.

 

INSTRUCTORS

Cindy Rose, RN, BSN Bobbie Sue Joslin, LPN
crose@wwtech.edu bjoslin@wwtech.edu

 

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Contact Information

Wes Watkins Technology Center
7892 Highway 9
Wetumka, Oklahoma 74883
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Phone: 405-452-5500
Fax: 405-452-5706