Diploma 

Americans, in general, are taking better care of their teeth than ever before, according to data from the United States Department of Labor. As a result of the increased demand for dental care, dental assisting is projected to be one of the fastest-growing occupations through 2014.*

 Career-Focused Dental Assistant Training 

The Dental Assistant Diploma program at CHI Institute provides training in chairside techniques for assisting the dentist, taking dental x-rays and impressions, and using various dental instruments. You will also have the opportunity to study anatomy and physiology as it relates to dentistry; oral hygiene and preventive care techniques; and the use of dental cements, resins, and other restorative materials. Through a combination of classroom instruction, lab training, and externship experience, you can gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to succeed in this career field. Contact an Admissions Representative to enroll today.

 Prepare for a Dental Assisting Career 

Dental assistants support dentists by performing a variety of patient care, office, and lab duties. Specific duties may include:

  • Keeping patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices
  • Making patients as comfortable as possible in the dental chair and instructing them on postoperative and general oral health care
  • Preparing trays of instruments, handing instruments and materials to dentists during procedures, and sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and equipment
  • Taking dental x-rays and impressions

 Prepare for Certification Exams 

Certification is a process that shows that you have met established industry standards set by professional boards or government agencies. The Dental Assistant Diploma program at CHI Institute is designed to prepare you for national and state board radiologic certification exams that may be required by employers in your area.†

 

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006–2007 Edition.


† However, the Institute cannot guarantee a student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified. A student's eligibility may depend on his or her work experience, completion of high school (or its equivalent), not having a criminal record, meeting other licensure or certification requirements, or the program or Institute itself having appropriate accreditation or licensure. Externship sites may themselves require a criminal background check or medical examination.