Dental Assisting II
Dental Assisting Level II is designed to deliver comprehensive training in the roles and responsibilities of the dental assistant in a modern dental practice. Our curriculum and fully operational dental clinic under the supervision of a dentist allows students the opportunity to study all aspects of the dental practice including practice management, chairside assisting, sterilization, and direct patient care. The curriculum covers all materials and skills necessary to write the National Dental Assisting Examination and prepare graduates for all mandatory and option skills listed by The Commission on Dental Accreditation to meet the training requirements for the national scope of practice.
Keyin's Dental Assisting II program is 62 weeks in duration and includes a 12-week work term.
Currently offered at the following location:
St. John's
Testimonial:
“Keyin College prepared me with both the professional skills and hands on ability I needed to succeed. I felt confident to enter the work force on my first work term. My employer saw my potential and I’ve been a valued member of their dental team ever since.”
Alanna Kean
Dental Assistant
First Street Dental
Mt. Pearl, NL
Graduates of the program will be prepared to enter employment as a valued member of the Dental Health Team. Dental Assisting Level II is a licensed or regulated profession under provincial jurisdiction and graduates must comply with the regulations of the province where they seek employment.
Courses:
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Keyboarding
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Clinical Practicum I
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Clinical Procedures and Equipment
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Computer Applications (Dental Software)
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Dental Charting
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Dental Science I
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Dental Science II
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Dental Specialties
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Infection Control and Sterilization
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Intra-Oral Practicum
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Medical Emergencies
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Nutrition
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Oral Pathology
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Patient Relations
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Pharmacology I
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Practice Management
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Preventive Dentistry
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Professional Development
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Radiography
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Communications
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Employment Plus