This course focuses on the theory and concepts associated with general dentistry. The psychomotor skills and equipment that are required for the practice of dental assisting will be introduced. Students will also learn the fundamentals of infection and pain control, restorative dentistry, chairside assisting, and record keeping.
Vancouver Community College gratefully acknowledges the invaluable contribution of Camosun College for sharing their curriculum for the new Certified Dental Assisting program.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Infection control
- Four-handed dentistry
- Basic restorative materials
- Pain control
- Dental chart, examinations and charting
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.