Dental Assistant encompasses all the patient care, office and laboratory duties that dental assistants perform during procedures at dental offices, schools, hospitals and health departments. All students are required to pass the DANB National Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification exam prior to assignment to a 120-hour externship. The cost of books is included in tuition.
High school diploma or GED®
Wilmington University’s STEP PathTM is the Smart Transfer Enrollment Program to gain or complete a degree, no matter where you start with your apprenticeship. This unique pathway for journey people maximizes success and minimizes both the cost and time to degree completion.
An apprenticeship program works as a perfect stackable credential toward furthering your education. Journeypeople who complete a Department of Labor-registered apprenticeship and choose WilmU’s STEP PathTM can earn up to 42 academic credits* toward a WilmU degree program, including WilmU’s B.S. in Applied Business.
This course will prepare students to assist dentists in the delivery of oral healthcare. Participants learn about dental and related anatomy, dental procedures, how to be an effective assistant during dental procedures, how to take dental x-rays and how to prepare the exam room for procedures.
Learn More About Dental AssistantOur information sessions are the best way to learn more about our programs. We encourage you to register for free and take the opportunity to speak with our program team. If you have questions or need additional information before you register for orientation, please submit an interest form.
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