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Dental Assistant Associate of Applied Science
Have you considered working in a healthcare-related field, but aren’t sure what type of career to pursue? If you enjoy helping people and also want to be a valuable member of a healthcare team, one career option is to become a Dental Assistant. The best way to gain the training and skills you need to start your Dental Assistant career is to obtain an Associate Degree in Dental Assisting from Vista College.
What Does a Dental Assistant Do?
As a Dental Assistant, you will perform a number of important dental chair-side procedures, such as:
- Matrix band and rubber dam application
- Application and manipulation of dental material
- Fluoride application
- Coronal polishing
- Infection control.
You will use your patient relation skills to provide oral care and post-operative instructions to patients, while helping put apprehensive patients at ease. You may also work in the various business aspects involved in the efficient operation of a dental office.
How Will a Dental Assisting Degree Program Benefit Me?
The right dental assistant degree program will cover all key areas of the Dental Assistant position, providing you with the skills needed to gain employment. The Dental Assistant AAS degree program from Vista College provides extensive training in:
- Dental sciences
- Dental materials
- Radiography
- Preventive dentistry
- Infection control
You will also learn essential dental office administrative skills, including database management and customer service and communication. A comprehensive dental assisting associate degree program should also include practical “hands-on” training to help you perfect your skills.
The Vista College Dental Assisting AAS degree program also offers the opportunity to participate in an externship, providing real-world educational experience.
Obtain a Dental Assistant Associate Degree in Just 80 Weeks*
In today’s world the need to obtain an Associate Degree in dental assisting quickly is important for people who want to get started on a new career with minimal delay. Students can complete the Vista College Dental Assistant AAS program in a little as 80 weeks*.
The availability of day and evening classes provides maximum flexibility when pursuing a dental assistant associate degree. Dental courses are taught by instructors with real-world experience in the dental profession, and the small class sizes offers the opportunity for close interaction between instructors and students.
A Dental Assistant Degree Program with Career Services Assistance
Although a career as a Dental Assistants is rewarding, finding any type of job can pose a challenge. When you complete your Dental Assistant AAS Degree at Vista College, you also receive Career Services Assistance. You will get the help you need in preparing resumes and cover letters, developing a job search strategy, and practicing your job interviewing skills.
Learn More About How a Dental Assistant Associate Degree Can Lead to a Rewarding Career
To learn more about how a Dental Assisting AAS degree from Vista College can be a stepping stone to a rewarding career as a Dental Assistant, contact one of our friendly and knowledgeable Admissions Representatives today.
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* Successful, full-time enrollment required to achieve 80-week completion date.
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