program
Dental Assisting
Degrees Offered
Required courses and specifics about degrees offered in this program
This program is available on-campus at NTC
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Dental Assisting (Diploma)
Degree Requirements
College Readiness Courses: A learner may be required to enroll in college readiness courses in reading, writing and math. A learner's scores on the Accuplacer assessment will determine enrollment in college readiness courses. The purpose of college readiness courses is to prepare learners for the demands of a college-level curriculum. Credits may vary.
| Course # | Course Name | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credits: | 45 | |
| Required | ||
| BIOL 1131 | Nutrition | 2 |
| COMM 1102 | Applied Communications | 3 |
| DENT 1100 | Biomaterials | 3 |
| DENT 1112 | Dental Anatomy | 2 |
| DENT 1114 | Dental Radiology | 4 |
| DENT 1120 | Dental Pharmacology | 2 |
| DENT 1122 | Dental Ethics & Jurisprudence | 1 |
| DENT 1130 | Dental Prac Management | 1 |
| DNAS 1106 | Biodental Science | 3 |
| DNAS 1112 | Clinical Assisting I | 4 |
| DNAS 1126 | Clinical Assisting Specialties | 4 |
| DNAS 1132 | Credentialing Exam Preparation | 1 |
| DNAS 1134 | Clinical Affiliation | 7 |
| DNAS 1136 | Advanced Functions | 7 |
| HPER 1410 | First Aid / CPR | 1 |