CE Course Schedule
Course Listings as of July 24, 2008 at 06:30am
Dental Assisting Program
** May Qualify for Financial Aid – Contact 512.223.7547 **
Completed application (requiring proof of vaccinations, etc...) required prior to registering for this program/course. Applications available at www.austincc.edu/ce/hpi/jobprep under "Program Information" click on "Job Preparation Programs" and find program listing; or by visiting the CE Registration desk at Highland Business Center. Please contact Coordinator for additional information – 512.223.7090.
The courses listed in this section are part of the Dental Assisting Certificate Program.
This program includes the following courses, and must be taken in order of
listing:
Semester I:
DNTA 1011 Dental Science
DNTA 1013 Emergency Management
Semester II:
DNTA 1015 Chairside Assisting
DNTA 1005 Dental Radiology
DNTA 1060 Clinical - Dental Assistant
Semester III:
DNTA 1052 Office Management & Procedures
DNTA 1064 Practicum Dental Assistant
Completion of this program prepares the student for entry-level practice as a chairside Dental Assistant in a dental practice, and includes preparation for the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners certification in radiology; and healthcare provider CPR training. Registration for any of these courses requires admission to
the Dental Assisting Program. For more information, admission requirements,
and/or to request a program brochure, please call 512.223.7090.
DNTA 1005 Dental Radiology I
(64.0 hours/$465.00/$50.00 Lab/$13.50 Insurance)
The history of radiology theory will be presented including physics, radiation protection, operation of radiographic equipment, darkroom procedures, and exposure techniques. The student will state the theory and principles of radiographic techniques, physics, and radiation health and safety; and exhibit competency in exposing, processing, and mounting intraoral radiographs. Only current students of the Dental Assisting Program can register for this course.
20 92505 Sep 4 - Dec 18 6:00pm -10:00p Th EVC 8141 OH Lopez, Gloriana M
DNTA 1015 Chairside Assisting
(51.0 hours/$256.00/$50.00 Lab/$3.50 Insurance)
An introduction to chairside assisting procedures, instrumentation, infection control, equipment safety and maintenance. The student will identify appropriate armamentarium for designated dental skills; demonstrate infection control procedures for a dental office setting; and demonstrate competencies in specific chairside assisting techniques. Current admission to the Dental Assisting Program required for registration.
20 92506 Sep 9 - Nov 25 6:00pm -10:00p T EVC 8141 OH Tolar, Jeanette K
DNTA 1060 Clinical-Dental Assistant
(48.0 hours/$301.00/$50.00 Lab/$13.50 Insurance)
Basic non-paid work-based instruction that helps students synthesize new knowledge, apply previous knowledge, or gain experience managing the workflow. Practical experience is simultaneously related to theory. Close and/or direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional (instructor), generally in a clinical setting. Current admission to the Dental Assisting Program is required for registration.
20 92507 Sep 8 - Nov 24 6:00pm -10:00p M EVC 8141 OH Tolar, Jeanette K
Last Updated: July 24, 2008 at 06:30am
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