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Credit Programs

Dental Assisting

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Degrees & Pathways
  • Diploma

Dental Assisting Diploma

Wake Tech Course ID: D45240

The Dental Assisting Diploma covers general studies, biomedical sciences, dental sciences, clinical sciences and clinical practice. A combination of lecture, laboratory and clinical experiences provide the students with knowledge in infection and hazard control, radiography, dental materials, preventive dentistry and clinical procedures.

Students receive hands-on patient care clinical experience with rotations at the following:

  • Adams UNC School of Dentistry
  • East Carolina School of Dental Medicine
  • Wake County Human Services Dental Clinic
  • Wake Smiles
  • Wake Tech's Dental Hygiene Department
  • Private general and specialty dental practices in Wake and surrounding counties

Wake Tech's program is accredited by the American Dental Association. Graduates are classified as Dental Assistant II (DA II) by the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners. A DAII, as defined by the Dental Laws of North Carolina, can perform identified expanded functions, including coronal polishing.

Students are eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board Exam in order to be classified as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).

Career Outlook


USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.

Completion Earns:

Diploma

Total Credits:

48

Campus Availability:

Scheduling Options:

  • Day Only

Course Format(s):

Financial Aid:

Yes, financial aid is available for this program

Courses Sequence:

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