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Become a Dental Assistant

Start Your Rewarding Career in Dental Healthcare

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Dental Assistant Training
8-Week Program

Upcoming Course Date

October 28, 2025

Class Schedule

Tuesdays 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CST
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Live interactive sessions via Zoom

Comprehensive 80-hour program covering patient care, chairside support, infection control, and office administration.

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Course Syllabus

Comprehensive 8-week curriculum designed to prepare you for success as a dental assistant

1

The Evolution of Dental Assisting

  • Basic Tooth Identification and Morphology
  • Understand Essential Dental Terms used in Daily Practice
  • Learn how to navigate different tooth numbering systems
2

Dental Anatomy & Charting

  • Learn the different classes of dental caries and what they mean
  • Get familiar with clinical and anatomical charting protocols
  • Explore how to educate patients using anatomy visuals and clear explanations
3

Office Workflow & Ethics

  • Get familiar with common dental abbreviations and their meanings
  • Master essential dental terminologies used in documentation and communication
  • Understand the layout, roles, and flow of a typical dental office
4

Instrument and Materials

  • Learn standard tray setups for various dental procedures
  • Get to know essential dental instruments and their uses
  • Explore the full armamentarium every assistant should recognize
5

Dental Specialties

  • Understand the role of each dental specialty in patient care
  • Learn how tray setups vary across specialties like ortho, endo, perio, and more
  • Get familiar with common procedures unique to each specialty
6

From Classroom to Clinic

  • Bridge the gap between theory and hands-on practice
  • Learn what to expect during your first days in a dental office
  • Build confidence in applying your skills chairside
7

Introduction to Dental Imaging Devices

  • Understand the basics of dental X-ray equipment and how it works
  • Learn essential safety protocols and radiation guidelines
  • Get introduced to digital sensors, scanners, and imaging software
8

Real-World Experience

  • Upon course completion, you gain hands-on experience via externship in a suitable dental office
  • Apply everything you've learned in a real clinical setting
  • Get mentored by experienced dental professionals in your first role
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Rules and Statutes

Rules and Statutes

Student complaints must be submitted in writing to the Board (Section 85(i)(1) of the Act).

Information about the complaint may be submitted online through the IBHE website (www.ibhe.org).

Additional information regarding the complaint process can be obtained by contacting the Board at:

Illinois Board of Higher Education

Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools

1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333

Springfield IL 62701

Phone Number: (217) 782-2551

Fax Number: (217) 782-8548

DentalAssistEd is not accredited by a US Department of Education recognized accrediting body.

DentalAssistEd is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

Dental AssistEd is a state-approved and PACE-accredited leader in continuing education for dental professionals. From hands-on courses for assistants to compliance training for all office roles, it offers various learning opportunities to advance your career.

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