Sample Course Schedule
Below is a sample course schedule of the content you can expect to master over the length of your training. Course consists of lecture (60%), Lab (10%) and Hands-on training (30%)
| Day 1 | General introduction to terminology and equipment. |
| Day 2 | Four-handed dentistry, aspiration, instrument transfer,isolation (dry field), local anesthesia, patient positioning, and handpiece maintenance methods. |
| Day 3 | Radiology theory and practice of intraoral & extraoral x-ray techniques, xray safety and darkroom procedures. |
| Day 4 | Endodontic & orthodontic instruments, materials and procedures, job interview techniques. |
Day 5 |
Amalgam & composite mixing and curing, cements and liners, alginate impressions (upper arch), model pouring and trimming. |
| Day 6 | MID-TERM EXAM, Amalgam & composite materials and instrumentation, sterilization methods. |
| Day 7 | Oral surgery & periodontal instruments and materials, alginate impressions (lower arch). |
| Day 8 | Office Management, front desk operation, appointments, billing and insurance. OSHA regulations as it applies to dental assisting. |
| Day 9 | Crown & bridge instruments and materials, making temporary restorations, and wax bites. Review and practice for final exams. |
| Day 10 | FINAL EXAM AND PRACTICAL EXAM, Pedodontic assisting, and course review, final written exam and practical clinical exam. Graduation and awarding of certificates and pins. |