Program Overview

Continuing Studies Course

Dental Radiology Certification for Auxiliary Dental Personnel

The Intraoral Radiography Certificate Course consists of two components; Part 1 is an online self-study designed to teach the fundamentals of x-ray production, safety, and protection. Part 2 is a hands-on clinical component designed to teach receptor placement and exposure techniques needed for successful dental imaging. Both Part 1 and Part 2 must be successfully completed prior to receiving certification in Dental Radiography.

Program Instructors

• Ms. Jennifer Robertson, MEd, BSDH, RDH, CDA, is a Dental Radiology Technologist Specialist with experience as a Certified Dental Assistant since 2003 and a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2005.
  • She has taught in both dental assisting and dental hygiene programs, with a strong emphasis on fostering clinical excellence and safe patient care.
• Ms. Penny Coates, BS, RDH, is the Dental Imaging Technologist with over 40 years of experience in the dental field.
  • She has assisted in teaching Part II of the Intraoral Radiography Certificate Program and has experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist and educator in the dental hygiene program.
• Dr. Shelby Chadwick, DRS, MEd, BS, CDA, has over 50 years of experience in the dental field, with extensive experience in clinical practice and dental education.
  • She has taught the Intraoral Radiography Certificate Program for office-trained dental assistants and looks forward to sharing her expertise with those enrolled in the program.