Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Spring 2026Class SizeNot publishedCredits6PrerequisiteDEA 30 and DEA 32 Limitation on Enrollment (e.g. Performance tryout or audition): Enrollment in the Dental Assistant Program Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionMeets the state and national accreditation requirements for an approved Dental Assistant Program. Provides specialized knowledge and skills to perform advanced chairside dental assisting procedures in a general or prosthodontic practice. Includes didactic, laboratory and clinical instruction on dental sciences, dental materials and procedures, treatment planning, legal and ethical considerations, as they relate to the restorative patient. 36.00 hours lecture and 216.00 hours laboratory. (TBA Option) (Letter grade only)Usually HeldFri 8:00am–12:00pm, Thu 1:00pm–3:05pm 