DAST 116 - Practice Management for the Dental Assistant

    Recent Professors
    Tammie R. Lane
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    DAST 101, 102, 103, 104, 107, and 119 with grades of "C" or better
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of DAST 116
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    program. This course encompasses the principles of dental office management including: administrative procedures, record keeping, scheduling, dental histories, financial arrangements, bookkeeping, insurance procedures, patient communication, patient psychology, and job-finding skills. This course also includes a thorough review of all dental assisting duties allowed by the Dental Board of California and the application process for both the Registered Dental Assistant Exam and the Certified Assistant Exam.
    Usually Held
    Wed 8:00am–11:20am