The dental industry is growing as new cosmetic procedures are introduced each day. If you are ready to break into this exciting field, contact Kaplan College to get started on your way. Our dental assistant program can provide you theoretical, lab, and clinical instruction in advanced techniques and skills, along with preparation in traditional dental assisting responsibilities.
By obtaining a diploma from our dental assistant program, you can gain the knowledge and skills needed to perform front and back office duties including patient preparation, chairside dental assisting, administering x-rays, insurance billing, accounts receivables, and more.
Certification Exam Preparation
This program is designed to help eligible students prepare for the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) examination. Upon successful completion of the RDA exam, the licensed dental assistant may perform extended functions that include temporary restoration, periopacks, bases and liners, and orthodontic expanded functions.*
Graduates of this program also receive a radiology certificate recognized by the Dental Board of California, a Coronal Polish Completion Certificate**, a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card, and an HIPAA Certificate.
Dental Assistant Program Features
This is your opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully seek a career in the dental field. Our dental assistant program offers:
- Clinical and administrative course instruction
- Hands-on training as a chairside assistant
- Assistance in preparation for certification exams
- Assistance with job placement
Potential Career Opportunities
By obtaining a diploma from our dental assistant program you can seek various entry-level positions in a dental office setting, such as:
- Administrative assistant
- Billing clerk
- Chairside assistant
- Collection assistant
- Dental receptionist
- Dental x-ray technician
- Insurance billing assistant
- Roving assistant
* However, the College 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 College itself having appropriate accreditation or licensure. Externship sites may themselves require a criminal background check or medical examination.