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Dental Assisting

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Would you like a career of helping people improve their dental health? If your answer is yes, you can train for a rewarding and enormously satisfying job in the Dental field. No two days will ever be the same and your job will continuously renew itself. A career as a Dental Assistant will always be in demand and in need of enthusiastic, trained and caring individuals.

Course Information

Upon completion of the Dental Assistant Course you will receive both a Certificate of Graduation as a Dental Assistant and a State of Washington Certification for the AIDS/HIV Training. (AIDS/HIV training is mandatory in the State of Washington)

The following subjects are covered in depth from both a didactic and practical clinical experience. You will receive hands on training with all the equipment, instrumentations and materials used in our state of the art practicing dental office. All students receive in excess of 8 hours of instruction in radiology.

I. Dental Theory and Terminology

A. Dental and oral anatomy, tooth-numbering system
B. Instrument nomenclature and identification for all aspects of General Dentistry
C. Dental Terminology
D. Equipment operation, chair positioning, assistant equipment usage.

II. Four-handed Dental Assisting

A. Instrument transfer techniques, chair-side assisting and suctioning.
B. Chair-side doctor-patient-assistant positioning.
C. Tub and tray systems
D. Use of instruments and materials
E. Hand piece care and maintenance

III. Radiology

A. X-ray theory and technique, use of Rinn Holders and other methods.
B. Intraoral, bitewing, panoramic and endodontic exposure methods
C. Developing x-rays using the automatic processor
D. X-ray safety and precautions.

IV. Impressions and Model Trimming

A. Impression materials and practice in their use: alginates, rubber base, etc.
B. Wax bites, counter impressions
C. Model pouring and trimming

V. Sterilization Techniques

A. Sterilization theory and terminology, autoclave operation
B. Instrument and equipment sterilization/disinfection
C. Treatment room disinfection and asepsis techniques

VI. Building a Resume and Job Interview Technique

VII. HIV/AIDS Curriculum Topics

A. Etiology and Epidemiology of HIV
B. Transmission and Infection Control
C. Testing and Counseling
D. Clinical Manifestations and Treatment
E. Legal and Ethical Issues
F. Psychosocial Issues

Dental Assistant

In just 12 Weeks, you could start working in
a new, rewarding career!

This could be YOU!

Dental assisting courses begin on:

September 6th, 2008 - Fall Term

January 3rd, 2009 - Winter Term

April 11th, 2009 - Spring Term

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Registration

Registration is easy! You can download the registration form and send it to us via mail, or you can fill out a registration form below and send it via the internet! We also offer the choice to pay your registration fee and tuition online!

Download and Mail In Registration

Download the printable Registration Form here! (Word Format)

Please see our contact page for our mailing address!

Register and Pay Online

Pay ONLY the Registration Fee ($100)

Pay the Registration Fee ($100) and Tuition ($3,995) (includes books and lab fees)

Make a Payment (Pay partial tuition, down payment, or weekly payments!)

Registration Form

Registration for:
Name:
Phone Number :
Email Address :
Street Address:
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This application is for the course starting on:

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STUDENT CERTIFICATION By submitting this form, I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.

Cancellation Policy
You may cancel the enrollment agreement or contract by written or oral notice, without any penalty or obligation and receive a full refund of all monies paid within 72 hours until midnight of the third day, including Saturdays, excluding Sundays and legal holidays). After the enrollment, agreement or contract is signed and a tour of the facilities is made. The enrollment agreement is not binding until signed by the school director or designated school official. An applicant, who has not visited the school, toured the school facilities and inspected the equipment prior to signing an enrollment contract has an additional three days to withdraw without penalty and request a full refund of any monies paid.

Financial Aid & Grants

Financial Aid

Need Financial Aid? Sallie Mae Financial can provide you with more information! Apply on their website today!

Grants

There are 3 grants available on a need basis:

1. $250 Grant (2 Available)
2. $500 Grant (1 Available)

In order to be eligible you must fill out and submit the dental assistant registration form and pay the registration fee.

You can apply for grants in one of two ways:

1. Download a word version of the form and send it to us via mail.

2. Fill out the online form below and submit it to us via the internet.

Name:
Phone Number :
Email Address :
Street Address:
City:
State:
Zipcode:
High School Graduate?:	Yes No
If yes, name of school:

Sex:	Male Female
US Citizen:	Yes No
If no, where is your citizenship?:
Visa Type?:
Visa Expiration?

This application is for the term starting on:

PERSONAL STATEMENT (ESSAY) An essay of approximately 500 words written entirely on your own, describing your interests, your accomplishments, your future plans or goals, and why you need assistance must be attached with this application for consideration on all grants and scholarships.

STUDENT CERTIFICATION By submitting this form, I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize Cascadia Dental Career Institute Scholarship Office to release any information contained in this application to Institute Directors as well as outside donors.