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DENT 740 Chairside Assisting I

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Dental Assisting Eligibility

All dental assisting courses require a grade of C or higher for progression in the sequence. Upon successful completion of the program, the candidate is eligible to apply for a Certificate of Completion from the Office of Admissions and Records, sit for the California Registered Dental Assistant Exam, and the Dental Assisting National Board Exam.

Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

This course provides the students with an introduction to chairside dental assisting procedures. This course is designed to meet the requirements of the California State approved course in coronal polish certificates. Intended for full time students accepted into the Dental Assisting Program. (This course is offered in the Fall only.)

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 32-36
  • Lab hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 64-72
Prerequisites: Acceptance to the Dental Assisting Program
Corequisites: None