“Bivins Orthodontics had students from the Dental Assisting program at the Chesapeake Career Center intern and they were very professional. We love being a partner in educating future students for a career in the dental industry.”
Program Name: Dental Assistant I and II
Program Details:
2 Year Program
8 credits
Dual Enrollment:
No
Core Skills:
Anatomy and physiology
Tooth morphology
Oral histology and pathology
Preventive dentistry
Radiation health and safety (x-rays)
Pharmacology
Dental procedures (operative techniques, lab skills, coronal polishing, etc)
Credential Opportunities:
DANB Radiation Health and Safety
Workplace Readiness
Related Jobs:
Dental Hygienist
Dental Laboratory Assistant
Orthodontic Assistant
Pediatric Dentistry
Dentist
Median Annual Income:
$40,080
Growth Rate:
High
Business Partners:
Konikoff Dentistry
Chesapeake Care Clinic
Bivins Orthodontics