Healthcare and Fitness Certified Dental Assistant 780 Hours 6 Months Beginner English Overview Syllabus Objectives Requirement Certification Features A Dental Assistant assists with oral surgery, preparing tools and sterilizing equipment, and often helps record observations and results of the surgery. Dental assistants are in extremely high demand, and their profession is growing at a rate of 19% per year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 2017 median income for Dental Assistants was $37,630. What’s in this program? This program will give you standards to follow and a familiarity with the tools and procedures in a dental office. This Dental Assistant program covers the history of dentistry, legal aspects of dentistry, oral anatomy, dental operatory, and dental equipment. In this program, you will be introduced to tooth structure including primary and permanent teeth. Included Certifications! Included in the program tuition is the Dental Assisting National Board’s (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Certification exam and Infection Control Exam (ICE) Certification exam. In many states the DANB-RHS Certification is required to work in dental radiography. Program also includes an optional clinical externship at a local healthcare provider! Summary: With just 6 months of study, you can be ready for a job as a dental assistant. The demand for dental assistants is growing faster than most other professions. NOTE: Some states have their own regulations about dental assistants. Some states require additional training to work in dental radiograph. Prior to enrollment check with your admissions advisor to confirm your state’s requirements or check your state’s requirements at the below link: http://www.dalefoundation.org/Resources-And-State-Requirements/State-Dental-Assistant-Requirements The Dental Assisting Program prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest growing healthcare professions – Dental Assisting. With the national increase in healthcare-related services, and the national shortage of healthcare professionals, the need for dental assistants is growing substantially. With a growing workforce over 300,000 strong, a career in dental assisting ranks as the fourth fastest growing occupation in the healthcare technician field. To meet our nation’s growing medical demands, recent studies indicate that over 400,000 assistants will be employed by 2018. The Dental Assisting Program, offered by our accredited school partners, prepares students for entry-level positions as a chair-side dental assistant. This course covers the history of dentistry, introduction to the dental office, the legal aspects of dentistry, introduction to oral anatomy, dental operatory, introduction to tooth structure (primary and permanent teeth), the oral cavity; and other areas. Program also includes an optional clinical externship at a local healthcare provider! The purpose of this program is to familiarize students with all areas of administrative and clinical dental assisting focusing on the responsibilities required to function as an assistant in a dental practice. This course covers the following key areas and topics: • Introduction to the dental office and history of dentistry and dental assisting • Legal aspects of dentistry including policies and guidelines • Introductory oral anatomy, dental operatory, and dental equipment • Introductory tooth structure including primary and permanent teeth • The oral cavity and related structures • Dental hand-pieces, sterilization, and other areas Dental Assisting Detailed Course Information: • The dental assisting profession and the history of Dental anatomy and physiology • Tooth charting, tooth surfaces, and classification of restorations on a tooth • Parts of the jaw and areas of the mouth • Oral health and preventions of dental disease • Infection control in dentistry and occupational health and safety • Patient information and assessment • Foundation of clinical dentistry • Dental radiology • Single crown restoration, bridge, implant, partial denture, and full denture • Dental equipment, accessories and the treatment room • Dental hand pieces and accessories • Dental cements and impression materials • Coding of radiology services and the use of ICD-9-CM codes • Assisting in comprehensive dental care • Dental administration and communication skills Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today! Dental assistants balance a variety of high priority responsibilities that benefit the patient, the dentist, other members of the team and the practice itself. Module 1: Healthcare Fundamentals • Healthcare Fundamentals, The History • Healthcare Etiquette • Professional Situations and Applications Module 2: Communication in Healthcare • Healthcare Teams • Team Success • Champions Module 3: Medical Documentation and Record-Keeping: HIPAA • Use and Disclosure • Real Life Scenarios • Laws, Policies, and Requirements Module 4: OSHA Infection Control Compliance • Introduction to Infection Control • Personal Protection • Protection of the Office Environment • Instruments, Specialized Equipment & Laboratory Specimens • Infectious Patients & Healthcare Workers • Waste Management Plan • Chemical Disinfection • Heat Sterilization • Exposure Control • General Safety Standards • Employee Training • OSHA’S Required Records Module 5: Medical Terminology • Word Structure • Organization of the Body • Diagnostic Testing and Radiology Module 6: Anatomy and Physiology • Anatomy and Physiology Basics • Musculoskeletal System • Integumentary System • Digestive System • Urinary System Module 7: Infection Prevention and Safety • Microbiology • Disease Transmission and Infection Prevention • Principles and Techniques of Disinfection • Principles and Techniques of Instrument Processing and Sterilization • Regulatory and Advisory Agencies • Chemical and Waste Management • Dental Unit Waterlines • Ergonomics Module 8: Radiographic Imaging • Foundations of Radiology, Radiographic Equipment, and Radiation Safety • Digital Imaging, Dental Film, and Processing Radiographs • Legal Issues, Quality Assurance, and Infection Prevention • Intraoral Imaging • Extraoral Imaging Module 9: Dental Professional and Sciences • History of Dentistry • The Professional Dental Assistant • The Dental Healthcare Team • Dental Ethics • Dentistry and the Law • General Anatomy • General Physiology • Oral Embryology and Histology • Head and Neck Anatomy • Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity • Dentitions • Tooth Morphology Module 10: Patient Information and Administration • Patient Dental Record • Vital Signs • Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning • Special Patients • Pharmacology • Medical Emergency • Communication • Operating Systems • Financial Management Module 11: Clinical Dentistry and Assisting • Dental Caries • Periodontal Diseases • Preventative Dentistry • Nutrition • Oral Pathology • Dental Care • Dental Hand Instruments • Dental Handpieces and Accessories • Moisture Control • Anesthesia and Pain Control • Dental Materials • Comprehensive Dental Care Upon successful completion of this program, learners will display proficiency in the following areas: • List the core elements of the dental profession • Define oral anatomy and physiology • Recognize the steps for prevention of dental diseases • Recall strategies for infection prevention in the dental office • Identify the steps for completing dental assisting procedures All required reference materials are provided with this program. Technical requirements: Internet Connection • Broadband or High-Speed (DSL, Cable, Wireless) Hardware Requirements • Processor – 2GHz Processor or Higher • Memory – 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended Software Requirements • Operating Systems – Windows 7, 8 or 10; Mac OS x 10 or higher • Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 or 2013 or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx) • Internet Browsers – Google Chrome is highly recommended • Cookies MUST be enabled • Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled) • Adobe PDF Reader DANB’s Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification consists of three component exams: General Chairside Assisting (GC) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Infection Control (ICE) These exams are included in your program tuition. Requirements for Certification: 1. High school graduation or equivalent, AND 2. Minimum of 3,500 hours of approved work experience, AND 3. Current hands-on CPR, BLS or ACLS from a DANB-accepted provider. Those who do not meet the above requirements can pursue a National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) certification. The NELDA certification consists of three component exams: Anatomy, Morphology and Physiology (AMP) Infection Control (ICE) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Relevancy – With annual reviews and enhancements, this program guarantees accurate and relevant curriculum that meets employer requirements for the knowledge and skills demanded to successfully enter the workforce. Career Readiness – Our Career Kit is designed to provide students with the practical tools they’ll need to help find a job once they have completed training and earned their certification. With our Career Kit, students are sure to impress! Using our practical templates and prompts, students can present their BEST self to future employers. Curriculum Format – We believe career training should be engaging and fun, not exhausting, and boring. To achieve this, we have developed our program with a mix of formats including reading material, video lectures, procedure videos, interactive activities and games, knowledge check ins, and section assessments. By incorporating a balanced mixture of interactivity, engagement, and comprehension testing, this program ensures a well-rounded experience for students that will not only fully prepare them to enter the workforce but also provide a fun, entertaining way to learn. With real-life procedure videos, students are provided a combination of comprehensive instructions, visual and auditory demonstrations, and hands-on practice exercises. 6 Reasons to Complete Your Training With Us Flexibility With our programs, you can learn and study at your own pace with access 24/7/365 for the duration of your program. This means you can learn on your own terms and work around your own schedule. 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Program Description Description Audience Learning Objectives Support Description Completion Time A Dental Assistant assists with oral surgery, preparing tools and sterilizing equipment, and often helps record observations and results of the surgery. Dental assistants are in extremely high demand, and their profession is growing at a rate of 19% per year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 2017 median income for Dental Assistants was $37,630. What’s in this program? This program will give you standards to follow and a familiarity with the tools and procedures in a dental office. This Dental Assistant program covers the history of dentistry, legal aspects of dentistry, oral anatomy, dental operatory, and dental equipment. In this program, you will be introduced to tooth structure including primary and permanent teeth. Included Certifications! Included in the program tuition is the Dental Assisting National Board’s (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Certification exam and Infection Control Exam (ICE) Certification exam. In many states the DANB-RHS Certification is required to work in dental radiography. Program also includes an optional clinical externship at a local healthcare provider! Summary: With just 6 months of study, you can be ready for a job as a dental assistant. The demand for dental assistants is growing faster than most other professions. NOTE: Some states have their own regulations about dental assistants. Some states require additional training to work in dental radiograph. Prior to enrollment check with your admissions advisor to confirm your state’s requirements or check your state’s requirements at the below link: http://www.dalefoundation.org/Resources-And-State-Requirements/State-Dental-Assistant-Requirements The Dental Assisting Program prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest growing healthcare professions – Dental Assisting. With the national increase in healthcare-related services, and the national shortage of healthcare professionals, the need for dental assistants is growing substantially. With a growing workforce over 300,000 strong, a career in dental assisting ranks as the fourth fastest growing occupation in the healthcare technician field. To meet our nation’s growing medical demands, recent studies indicate that over 400,000 assistants will be employed by 2018. The Dental Assisting Program, offered by our accredited school partners, prepares students for entry-level positions as a chair-side dental assistant. This course covers the history of dentistry, introduction to the dental office, the legal aspects of dentistry, introduction to oral anatomy, dental operatory, introduction to tooth structure (primary and permanent teeth), the oral cavity; and other areas. Program also includes an optional clinical externship at a local healthcare provider! The purpose of this program is to familiarize students with all areas of administrative and clinical dental assisting focusing on the responsibilities required to function as an assistant in a dental practice. This course covers the following key areas and topics: • Introduction to the dental office and history of dentistry and dental assisting • Legal aspects of dentistry including policies and guidelines • Introductory oral anatomy, dental operatory, and dental equipment • Introductory tooth structure including primary and permanent teeth • The oral cavity and related structures • Dental hand-pieces, sterilization, and other areas Dental Assisting Detailed Course Information: • The dental assisting profession and the history of Dental anatomy and physiology • Tooth charting, tooth surfaces, and classification of restorations on a tooth • Parts of the jaw and areas of the mouth • Oral health and preventions of dental disease • Infection control in dentistry and occupational health and safety • Patient information and assessment • Foundation of clinical dentistry • Dental radiology • Single crown restoration, bridge, implant, partial denture, and full denture • Dental equipment, accessories and the treatment room • Dental hand pieces and accessories • Dental cements and impression materials • Coding of radiology services and the use of ICD-9-CM codes • Assisting in comprehensive dental care • Dental administration and communication skills Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today! Dental assistants balance a variety of high priority responsibilities that benefit the patient, the dentist, other members of the team and the practice itself. This program is ideal for individuals with no previous dental experience as well as individuals working in the dental field who wish to further their knowledge, skills, and potentially advance their career. This program is also targeted at individuals working in the dental field that are looking to advance their career by obtaining their RHS and ICE certification. Upon successful completion of this program, learners will display proficiency in the following areas: • List the core elements of the dental profession • Define oral anatomy and physiology • Recognize the steps for prevention of dental diseases • Recall strategies for infection prevention in the dental office • Identify the steps for completing dental assisting procedures Though this program is a self-paced program it is supported by an educational mentor. Educational mentors are subject matter experts who have years of experience in their field as well as the necessary educational training and credentials to work as an expert. The mentor is available to answer any questions a learner may have including questions on course content, course material, certifications, and even industry questions. Mentors also monitor the progress of learners to ensure training retention and program advancement. In eLearning, motivation is a key tool to success. Because of this, mentors provide encouraging comments, feedback, and coaching to motivate learners throughout the duration of the program to support completion and success! Though you are provided a full 12 months access to your program, the average completion time is only 6 months! FAQ How do I request more information about a course? To request more information, you can contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910. What is the difference between online courses and classroom courses? Online courses are accessible 24/7/365 and self-paced, allowing you to progress at your own pace on your own schedule. They can be taken from anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. Classroom courses have a set schedule of the days and times the courses will be held, and you must attend during those specific times. I’m not sure if I will be able to successfully take on online course, what should I do? Find out if online learning is right for you by contacting our team of registration advisers. Our team is available to answer any of your questions about taking an online course before you commit to enrolling. We will walk you through what to expect to ensure you are making the right decision. You can contact a registration adviser today via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910. Do I need a degree or high school diploma to take an online course? No, you are not required to have a diploma or higher education degree to enroll in an online course. However, some occupations may require minimum educational thresholds for employment or certification. For more information on your desired career requirements, please contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910. What do I need to take an online course? To take an online course, you will need to have access to an internet connection and an internet ready device such as a laptop, PC, or tablet. For course specific requirements, please visit the course page or contact a registration adviser today. What format will my online course be in? Our courses are developed with multiple formats including text, audio, video, and interactivity. Our courses also include multiple resources and tools which can include flashcards, games, activities, and more. Do I have to be local to take a course? No, you can take the online courses from anywhere in the world. 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This voucher will allow you to register and sit for the appropriate certification exam to obtain your industry credential. When will I start my course? Our online courses are open enrollment, so you can start immediately. If you are using any third-party funding to cover your course tuition, your start date may be a future date determined by your funding program. What type of support will I receive during my course? Once enrolled, you will be assigned a client adviser who will provide you with customer and technical support. Your client adviser will supply you with your course access information, any needed materials, and be available to answer any questions you have during your training experience. They will regularly check-in with you to monitor your progress and assist you with staying on track. You will also be assigned to a course mentor who will provide curriculum support throughout your training. Your mentor is available to answer any questions you have on your course curriculum, will monitor your progress and understanding of the curriculum, and may give assignments or quizzes. Who do I contact if I cannot access my course? If you experience any trouble accessing your course including technical issues or lost login credentials, please contact your client adviser at College of the Siskiyous. Who do I contact if I need an extension? Our goal for students is to successfully complete their training course and achieve their career goals. We understand that extenuating circumstances can interfere with your ability to complete your course in the duration given. Because of this we have free or low-cost extensions available for our courses upon request. To discuss or request an extension please contact your client adviser at College of the Siskiyous. What do I receive when I complete my course? 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