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Introduction to the Profession
Meet the dental health team — dentists, hygienists, front- and back-office personnel — and their responsibilities.
Curriculum
Our 13-week accelerated program.
Get started with no surprises. Covering basic dentistry, healthcare ethics, office management, sedation techniques, and more — combining classroom instruction with clinical training to satisfy Florida's certification hour requirements.
20
Lectures
16
Hands-on Labs
50hr
Externship
Coursework
20 Lectures
Everything you need to know to excel — from the fundamentals of dentistry to office management and resume preparation.
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Ethical and Legal Issues
Ethics governing dentistry, regulating agencies, licensure procedures, and credentialing.
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Infection Control for the Dental Assistant
Preventing the spread of disease — agencies, guidelines, PPE, and safe waste handling.
4
Dental Radiography
Basic principles of X-Ray, machine operation, film exposures, and processing errors.
5
Human Dentition
Form and structures of natural teeth, plus the Universal Numbering System for permanent and primary teeth.
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Composition of Teeth and Surrounding Tissues
Enamel, dentin, cementum, the periodontal ligament, gingiva, anatomical landmarks, and dental terminology.
7
Oral Pathology
Diseases of oral structures and how to distinguish normal from abnormal conditions.
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Oral Cavity and Salivary Glands
Anatomy of the mouth, salivary glands, and common oral lesions.
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Dental Materials
Cavity varnishes, liners, cements, periodontal dressings, sealants, composites, and amalgams.
10
Pediatric Dentistry
Special requirements when treating children, informed consent, behavior management, and common pediatric procedures.
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Fixed Prosthodontics
Restoring or replacing one or more teeth with various types of fixed prosthodontics.
12
Endodontics
Root canal therapy — the steps, instruments, and materials involved.
13
Topical and Local Anesthesia
Properties of anesthesia and when and where they are used in dental treatment.
14
Orthodontics
Causes and types of malformations and malocclusions, and how they're corrected.
15
Periodontics
Causes, symptoms, examination, and treatment of periodontal disease — the most common cause of tooth loss.
16
Oral Surgery
Extractions, jaw fractures, grafts, tumor and cyst removal, and reconstructive procedures.
17
Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
How to respond to medical emergencies and the risks of providing dental care.
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Front Office Personnel
Reception, record keeping, patient scheduling, and general office management.
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Maintenance Basics
Daily, weekly, monthly, and annual upkeep on dental equipment.
20
Resume Preparation
The dos and don'ts of crafting a resume that lands you the job you want.
Hands-on training
16 Lab Sessions
Under supervision, students learn and practice placing topical anesthesia, monitoring nitrous oxide, and assisting in X-rays — under a licensed dentist's full responsibility.
101
Dental Chair and Infection Control (PPE)
Operating the dental chair and equipment; OSHA standards and donning PPE in the clinic.
102
Maintaining the Operating Field & Intro to Instruments
Keeping the field clean and accessible; organizing and trayed-up instruments.
103
Treatment Prep, Clean-up, and Instrument Transfer
Pre- and post-treatment procedures using CDC infection-control guidelines and safe instrument transfer.
104
Radiography Basics & X-Ray Procedures
Basic X-ray techniques, full-mouth series, developing and mounting radiographs.
105
Dental Charting
Documenting dental conditions and services using standard symbols, abbreviations, and Black Cavity Classifications.
106
Alginate Impressions, Lab Materials & Techniques
Taking accurate 3D impressions of teeth and tissues using alginate, silicone, and gypsum.
107
Restorative Materials and Techniques
Bonding agents, restoration prep, plus amalgam and composite resin restoration video review.
108
Pedodontic Procedures
Pulpotomy and stainless crown setup, ZOE base, and permanent cement mixing.
109
Removable Prosthodontics
Fabrication and installation of complete and partial dentures with tray set-up practice.
110
Fixed Prosthodontics
Expelling impression materials and fabricating and adjusting temporaries.
111
Endodontic Instruments and Procedures
Root canal procedures, materials, instruments, and rubber dam placement on the typodont.
112
Techniques in Administering Anesthesia
Loading syringes, proper passing, and safe recapping techniques.
113
Placing Sealants and Home Bleaching
Applying dental sealants and related teeth-whitening techniques.
114
Periodontal Treatment & Coronal Polishing
Sealing, prophylaxis, ultrasonic scaler assembly, and coronal polishing demonstrations.
115
Oral Surgical Procedures
Instruments for routine extraction and proper instrument-passing order over a patient.
116
CPR Training and Certification
American Red Cross / Fire Department-led CPR training. Certificate included with tuition.
Final stretch
Exams & Externship
After completing all labs and lectures, you'll undergo a course review, practical, and final exams before graduating. The program ends with a 50-hour externship at a local dental practice.
- Course review and practical exam
- Comprehensive final exam
- 50-hour externship at a local office
- List of participating offices provided
Ready to start your 13 weeks?
Reserve your seat in the next class with a refundable $500 deposit.