Dental Assisting Associate in Science Degree Program
San Mateo , United States
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Dental Assisting
Area of study
Health
Course Language
English
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-05-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
CSM's accredited Dental Assisting program prepares students for both state and national certification exams. The two-semester program offers comprehensive clinical training at UCSF and local dental offices, covering essential topics such as dental science, materials, infection control, and chairside assisting. Graduates are equipped for careers in dental offices, private practice, and community clinics.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- **CSM's Dental Assisting program is a two-semester program, accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
- **The program provides a comprehensive education in clinical dental assisting as preparation to sit for both the State (Registered Dental Assistant) and National (Certified Dental Assisting) examinations.
- **Clinical experience is arranged at the University of California San Francisco Schools of Dentistry, and in various dental offices in the local area.
Outline:
Required Core Courses: 37.5 units
- DENT 701 Dental Science I (3 units)
- DENT 702 Dental Science II (3 units)
- DENT 703 Allied Health Communication (1 unit)
- DENT 721 Dental Materials I (3 units)
- DENT 722 Dental Materials II (2 units)
- DENT 730 Occupational Safety and Infection Control in Dentistry (1.5 units)
- DENT 740 Chairside Assisting I (3 units)
- DENT 742 Chairside Assisting II (3 units)
- DENT 749 Preclinical Dental Science Laboratory (1 unit)
- DENT 751 Dental Clinic (1.5 units)
- DENT 753 Dental Assisting Clinical Practice (5 units)
- DENT 763 Dental Radiology (2 units)
- DENT 770 Dental Office Procedures (2.5 units)
Careers:
- **Registered Dental Assisting career opportunities are available in dental offices, private practice, and community clinics.
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About University
San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley
Overview:
San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) is a group of three community colleges located in San Mateo County, California: Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. SMCSV offers both in-person and online study options for international students.
Services Offered:
In-person study:
Students can choose to study at any of the three colleges.Online study:
The Global Online Learning Program allows students to study online from outside the US.Academic advising:
Dedicated international counselors provide one-on-one academic advising.Homestay program:
A dedicated housing coordinator assists with finding suitable homestay options.Scholarships:
Over 50 institutional scholarships are available for all students.Internship opportunities:
Students can access internship opportunities in Silicon Valley.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Safe neighborhoods:
Campuses are located in safe neighborhoods.Close to major cities:
Students have easy access to San Francisco and San Jose.Campus resources:
Students have access to learning centers, writing centers, and other resources.Key Reasons to Study There:
University transfer:
SMCSV has over 140 partner universities for transfer.Top-ranked colleges:
SMCSV colleges are consistently ranked highly.First-rate STEM education:
SMCSV offers strong STEM programs.Silicon Valley location:
Students have access to internship opportunities in the tech hub.Early class registration:
International students receive priority registration.Academic Programs:
Other:
English language requirements:
Students need to meet a minimum English proficiency level (TOEFL iBT 56/IELTS 5.5/Duolingo 85).Unit requirements:
In-person study requires a minimum of 12 units, while online study has no unit requirement.Start dates:
Programs start in Fall (August), Spring (January), or Summer (June). Summer admission is only for transfer and change of status students.Total programs
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