This course will introduce students to the various dental materials, laboratory equipment and instruments used in dentistry. The study will include the composition, characteristics and safe manipulation of dental materials while following both State and Federal regulatory guidelines. This course includes practical laboratory experiences and chairside procedures involved in the use of these materials. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Introduction to microbiology, infectious diseases, immunity, infection control in the dental office, agencies concerned with disease control, OSHA standards and guidelines and hazard communication management. Review of current rules and regulations as outlined by the Dental Practice Act. This course meets the eligibility requirements for the certificate in Infection Control and the California Dental Practice Act required by the state for unlicensed Dental Assistants. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Introduction to dental essentials to include: the dental health team, dentition and tooth morphology, embryology and histology, head and neck anatomy, physiology and general anatomy, oral cavity and salivary glands, muscles of mastication, sinuses, preventative dentistry, nutrition, tobacco and vaping, vital signs, dental materials and selected dental office lab procedures, basic dental equipment. Total of 54 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

Participation in clinical activities, projects, research, etc. including experience in clinical and preclinical or simulated practice settings, practical laboratory projects/assignment, lecture attendance, literature review, and community projects. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Chairside techniques to include infection control, basic medical and dental emergencies, cavity classification and design, dental charting, rotary and hand instruments, tray set-ups and procedures, oral vacuum and air/water syringe use, instrument exchange, dental dam placement and removal, matrix retainer placement and removal, 4-handed dentistry techniques, anesthetic syringe, principles of anesthesiology, and medical history procedures. Practical application of preclinical/clinical techniques in patient management. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Application of advanced dental assisting chairside techniques, oral pathology, oral inspection, pharmacology and dental therapeutics, product evaluation and dental specialties. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Dental office skills aimed at developing the dental assistant's abilities related to dental office administration. Course will include but not be limited to the following didactic and laboratory instruction: business aspects of dentistry, dental team employees, patient management, legal and ethical issues, technology, office design and equipment used in dentistry. Total of 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Clinical experience(s) to include but are not limited to: chairside skills and techniques, new technology, and specialty practices. Students must provide their own transportation and meet all the clinical guidelines. 18 hours lecture and 96 hours field/clinical.

Application of academic knowledge, communication and technical skills to the dental office workplace environment. Weekly clinical seminars, evaluations, and related work experiences include but are not limited to using basic and advanced chairside assisting skills and procedures, radiology techniques, and manipulation of dental materials. The students will be assigned to general and specialty dental offices and clinics and meet regularly to discuss experiences, work ethics, and other topics related to employment. Students must provide their own transportation and meet all the clinical guidelines. Total of 18 hours lecture and 204 hours field/clinical.

Functions delegated to the dental assist and the registered dental assistant. Meets the requirements of the Dental board of California for completion of designated Registered Dental Assisting duties in addition to coronal polish, pit and fissure sealant application and Ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic band cement removal. Emphasis is placed on the practical application and technical abilities of each task, critical thinking, communication, ethical responsibilities, competency of performance and a demonstrated concern for patient health and safety. Total of 36 hours of lecture and 72 hours of laboratory.

Theory and basic principles of intraoral and extraoral radiography; characteristics and methods of controlling X-radiation; hazards of radiation; infection control and safety procedures. Laboratory and clinical experience on selected patients; care and operation of dental X-ray unit; dental images, placement and exposure techniques. Identification and interpretation of radiographs. Course meets and is approved by the Dental Board of California for Radiation Safety. Total of 36 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.

Designed to provide advanced education in orthodontic training for the Registered Dental Assistant, Dental Assistant currently working in an Orthodontic practice setting or students that are enrolled or successfully completed a DBC and CODA accredited Dental Assisting program. Meets the didactic and laboratory requirements by the Dental Board of California Orthodontic Assisting Permit course approval. Students must complete DA 150 Specialty Clinical Experience for the clinical component. Students must provide verification of RDA license and/or 6 months work experience as a Dental Assistant, or transcripts from a DBC/ CODA accredited program; Hepatitis B immunization records OR HBV Refusal form; TB Test Result; CPR certification, 8-hour Infection Control and 2-hour Dental Practice Act or RDA license on the first day of class. The 8-hour infection control course must be completed within 2 years of application. Total of 36 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.

Clinical instruction designed to provide students with the required clinical hours associated with working in an orthodontic office or other specialty office under the instructors' supervision. Students will be required to attend an orientation and complete assigned hours in an approved clinical site. Total of 32 hours of clinical laboratory.

Prepares the student with a comprehensive review of dental assisting functions, infection control standards, radiation safety, dental assisting and registered dental assisting duties. Practice and reinforcement of exam material. Includes but not limited to selected DA/RDA duties and functions. Total of 18 hours lecture.

Prepares the dental assistant with a comprehensive review of dental assisting functions, infection control standards, dental assisting, and registered dental assisting duties. Practice and enforcement of technical skills include but not limited to selected DA/RDA duties and functions. Total of 27 hours laboratory.

Refinement of basic dental assisting skills, techniques and concepts in a laboratory or clinical setting. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Enhance advanced level of dental assisting skills, techniques and concepts in a laboratory, preclinical, or clinical setting. Total of 54 hours laboratory.