Recent SemestersSpring 2026Class SizeNot publishedCredits3.5PrerequisiteDEA 30 and DEA 32 Limitation on Enrollment (e.g. Performance tryout or audition): Enrollment in the Dental Assistant Program or valid California Registered Dental Assistant license Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionDescription: This course is designed to meet the state and national accreditation requirements for an approved Dental Assistant Program. This course provides specialized knowledge and skills to perform chairside dental assisting in an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical and Periodontal practice. The course includes didactic, laboratory and clinical instruction on dental sciences, pharmacology, dental materials, infection control, emergency management, treatment planning, pain and anxiety management, oral and maxillofacial pathology, specific nerve anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular and respiratory system, and medically compromised patients as they relate to the surgery patient. 40.00 hours lecture and 81.00 hours laboratory. (TBA Option) (Letter grade only)Usually HeldThu 11:15am–12:05pm, Thu 9:00am–11:15am 