South Central College
1920 Lee Blvd.
North Mankato, MN 56003

Toll-Free: (800) 722-9359
Local: (507) 389-7220

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This program is offered at the following locations:

South Central College, Mankato
56003

 



Dental Assisting

South Central College

Program Details

  • Award: Associate in Applied Science
  • Credits: 66
  • Delivery: Land/Campus
  • WIA certified: YES
  • Emphases: N/A

About this Program

A program that prepares individuals to provide patient care, take dental radiographs (x-ray photographs), prepare patients and equipment for dental procedures, and discharge office administrative functions under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists. Includes instruction in medical record-keeping, general office duties, reception and patient intake, scheduling, equipment maintenance and sterilization, basic radiography, pre- and post-operative patient care and instruction, chairside assisting, taking tooth and mouth impressions, and supervised practice.

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