Collect diagnostic and treatment data . Manage infection and hazard control . Perform clinical supportive treatments . Take diagnostic radiographs . Perform dental laboratory procedures . Provide patient oral health instruction . Assist in managing medical emergencies . Model professional behaviors , ethics , and appearance . Carry out dental of�ce procedures .
10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ... Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages re�ective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their �rst semester as it identi�es key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-508-101 DENTAL HEALTH SAFETY ... prepares dental auxiliary students to respond proactively to dental emergencies , control infection , prevent disease , adhere to OSHA Standards , and safely manage hazardous materials . Students also take patient vital signs and collect patient medical / dental histories . CPR certi�cation is a prerequisite ; students will be required to show proof of certi�cation before beginning the course . ( Prerequisite : Accepted into the Dental Hygiene or Dental Assistant Programs ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall
31-508-304 DENTAL & GENERAL ANATOMY ... prepares dental assistant students to apply fundamentals of general and dental anatomy to informed decision-making and to professional communication with colleagues and patients . ( Corequisites : 10- 508-101 , Dental Health Safety ; 31-508-307 , Dental Asst Professionalism ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall
31-508-307 DENTAL ASSISTANT PROFESSIONALISM ... prepares dental assistant students for professional success in a dental practice or another dental health care environment . Students develop professional appearance and image . More importantly , they learn to work within ethical guidelines and legal frameworks . In preparation for entering the work force , dental assistants customize or develop their portfolios and lay out an ongoing professional development plan . ( Corequisites : 10-508-101 , Dental Health Safety ; 31-508-304 , Dental & General Anatomy ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall
10-801-196 ORAL / INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ... this course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , con�ict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-508-103 DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY APPLICATIONS ... prepares dental auxiliary students to operate x-ray units and expose bitewing , periapical , extra oral , and occlusal radiographs . Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards . Students also process , mount , and evaluate radiographs for diagnostic value . In this course students demonstrate competency on a manikin . In addition , students expose bitewing radiographs on a peer , role-play patient . ( Prerequisite : 10-508-101 , Dent Health Safety ; Corequisite : 10-508-102 , Oral Anat & Hist OR 31-508-304 , Dental & General Anat ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-508-113 DENTAL MATERIALS ... prepares dental auxiliary students to handle and prepare dental materials such as liners , bases , cements , amalgam , resin restorative materials , gypsum products , and impression materials . They also learn to take alginate impressions on manikins and clean removable appliances . ( Prerequisites : 10-508-101 , Dental Health Safety ; 31-508-304 , Dental & General Anatomy OR 10-508-102 , Oral Anatomy , Embry , Histology ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
10-508-120 DENTAL OFFICE MANAGEMENT ... prepares dental auxiliary students to manage telephones , appointments , recall systems , and inventory . Students also develop the skills need to process accounts receivable and payable , collections , and third party reimbursements . ( Prerequisite : 10-508-101 , Dental Health Safety ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
31-508-302 DENTAL CHAIRSIDE ... prepares dental assistant students to chart oral cavity structures , dental pathology , and restorations and to assist a dentist with basic dental procedures including examinations , pain control , amalgam restoration , and cosmetic restoration . Students will also develop the ability to educate patients about preventive dentistry , brushing and �ossing techniques , and dental procedures , using lay terminology . Throughout the course , students will apply decoding strategies to the correct use and interpretation of dental terminology . ( Prerequisites : 10-508-101 , Dental Health Safety ; 31-508-304 , Dental & General Anatomy ; Corequisite : 10-508-113 , Dental Materials ; all other second semester classes ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
31-508-306 DENTAL ASSISTANT CLINICAL ... students apply skills developed in Dental and General Anatomy , Dental Health Safety , Dental Chairside , Dental Materials , Dental Radiography , and Professionalism in a clinical setting with patients . Emphasizes integration of core abilities and basic occupational skills . ( Prerequisites : 10-508-101 , Dental Health Safety ; 31-508-304 , Dental & General Anatomy ; 31-508-307 , Dental Assistant Professionalism ; Corequisites : 31-508-302 , Dental Chairside ; 10- 508-113 , Dental Materials ; 10-508-103 , Dental Radiography Applications ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
31-508-308 DENTAL CHAIRSIDE - ADVANCED ... prepares dental assistant students to adapt chairside skills to assisting with dental specialties as they are performed in general practice . Focuses on pediatric dentistry , orthodontics , oral maxillofacial surgery , endodontics , periodontic , and prosthodontics . Students will also develop the ability to assist with sealants , perform coronal polishing , and apply topical �uoride and topical anesthetics . ( Prerequisites : 31-508-302 , Dental Chairside ; 31-508- 306 , Dental Assistant Clinical ; all other 2nd semester classes ; Corequisite : 31-508-309 , Dental Lab Procedures ; all other 3rd semester classes ) Course Typically Offered : Fall / Spring
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