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Confederation College's Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) certificate program equips you with essential knowledge and practical experience for a career in dental offices. As a dental assistant, you'll serve as a crucial part of the oral healthcare team, working with professionalism and ethics. This one-year program trains you for diverse responsibilities including clinical chair-side assistance, laboratory work, radiography, administrative duties, and health education. The curriculum explores subjects like microbiology, dental radiography principles, orofacial structure, dental materials, office protocols, and medical procedures.
Graduates can pursue opportunities in private practices, community dental centers, hospital clinics, public health departments, and specialized fields like Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics, Endodontics, Oral Surgery, or dental sales. Potential career paths include Level I or II Dental Assistant, Administrative Support, Public Health Aide, Educator, or Dental Products Representative.