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. All dental assisting courses require a grade of C or higher for progression in the sequence.
Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.
Prepares the dental assisting student for a career in an allied health profession by providing the necessary skills to work and communicate effectively with patients, dental team members, and other health professionals. (Fall only.)