Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant is a program taught at College of the Rockies, Canada. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (10 months full-time) options.

The Dental Assistant program at College of the Rockies is a ten-month full-time certificate program. It combines face-to-face and online learning practice with clinical based training to prepare students for a career as a Dental Assistant and to write the National Dental Assisting Examining Board exam.

Students complete hands-on learning through a spring Preventative Clinic that sees over 200 patients each year, plus two, three-week practical experiences in a dental clinic. Where possible, practicum requirements are completed in students’ own communities; otherwise, students may need to travel and cover their own transportation and travel and living expenses. Graduation requires a minimum passing grade of 70% in each course.

The minimum requirements for admission in Dental Assistant at College of the Rockies for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by College of the Rockies.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by College of the Rockies as pre-requiste for admission in Dental Assistant.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

To apply for the Dental Assistant degree program, students typically need to have completed high school with a focus on Science courses. Demonstrated interest in healthcare and a commitment to patient care are also strongly recommended. Additionally, candidates may need to undergo a background check as part of the admission process.

Please check detail of study units at https://cotr.bc.ca/programs/dental-assistant/

• Dental Assistant / Dental Lab Assistant *
• Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists *
• Dental Technologists and Technicians

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