Printed : 12 / 17 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 315081
As a dental assistant , you work with dentists as they examine and treat patients . You may carry out a variety of laboratory , clinical , and of�ce duties such as patient scheduling and bookkeeping functions . While dental assistants typically work in general or specialty dental of�ces , you may also choose to work for insurance companies , dental lab studios , or dental supply companies . You may also �nd employment with federal agencies such as the Veterans Administration , US Public Health Services , the Armed Forces , or a state , county , or city health facility . Students have the opportunity to achieve certi�cation as a dental assistant by passing the Dental Assistant National Board ( DANB ). The Dental Assistant program is accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation .
Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Dental Assistant technical diploma in the number of semesters shown . Start dates for the �rst semester are June and September .
First Semester
10-890-101 College 101 10-508-101 Dental Health Safety 31-508-304 Dental & General Anatomy 31-508-307 Dental Assistant Professional 10-801-196 Oral / Interpersonal Comm Semester Total
1 1 2 1 3
8.00
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Second Semester |
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FT Median Annual Wage |
With 85 % Employed in Field |
10-508-103 Dental Radiography 10-508-113 Dental Materials 10-508-120 Dental Of�ce Management 31-508-302 Dental Chairside 31-508-306 Dental Assistant Clinical Semester Total |
2 2 2 5 3
14.00
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This program is offered at :
Green Bay
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Third Semester
31-508-308 Dental Chairside Advanced 31-508-309 Dental Laboratory Procedures 31-508-310 Dental Radiography - Advanced 31-508-311 Dental Assistant Clinical-Adv Semester Total
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5 4 1 2
12.00
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Total Credits |
34.00 |
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation . Complete these prerequisite requirements ( unless already completed ):
Curriculum Note : Students must earn a " C " or higher in all 31-508-XXX and 10-508-XXX courses . A student who withdraws or receives a grade lower than a “ C ” in a program course may apply for re-entry into the program . Consideration for re-entry will be at the discretion of the re-entry team .
The following courses will transfer into the Dental Hygiene Associate Degree program : 10-508-101 , Dental Health Safety ; 10-508-103 , Dental Radiography Application ; 10-508-113 , Dental Materials ; 10- 508-120 , Dental Of�ce Management
The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a " C " or better .
Caregiver background check and vaccine records .
Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920- 498-5444 .
Students are expected to have entry-level computer and keyboarding skills . It is recommended that students complete basic computer skills coursework if de�cient in this area .
A waitlist often forms for this program . Learn more by contacting one of our Admissions Advisors .
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