教师

泰格洛弗

Coordinator/Instructor, 牙科协助 Program

电子邮件: tglover@bjlanjia.com
电话:828.448.3545
Foothills Higher Education Center 

牙科协助

职业生涯s in 牙科协助 are in Great Demand

The dental assistant profession is hot. 根据美国.S. 劳工部, it is projected that there will be 100,000 or more job openings over the period 2014-2024 and that job demand will continue to be much higher than average for the next several years.

You can become a Dental Assistant in just one year by successfully completing Western Piedmont 社区 College’s 牙科协助 program. 在这里, you will develop the skills to assist the dentist in the delivery of treatment, including working with patients and performing procedures in the dental laboratory.

WPCC offers a combination of classes, lab, and clinical training to prepare you for your career. You will study infection/hazard control, 射线照相法, 牙科材料, 预防性牙科, 以及临床程序.

Graduates of the WPCC 牙科协助 program may be eligible to take the 牙科协助 National Board Examination to become Certified Dental Assistants. 作为牙科助理2, defined by the Dental Laws of North Carolina, graduates work in dental offices and other related areas.

You should consult an advisor for information about course scheduling.

全国认可的

WPCC’s 牙科协助 program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East 芝加哥 Avenue, 芝加哥, IL 60611. The Commission’s web address is www.艾达.org/en/coda

职业前景

If you graduate with a 文凭 in 牙科协助 at WPCC, you will be prepared for jobs in with dentists and in dental labs. 统计数据 牙科职业教育 suggest that the salary (median to high) range for dental assistants in the Unifour area is from $34,520 to $37,每年480英镑.

申请流程

The following must be completed by February 1:

  1. WPCC application for admission.
  2. Complete WPCC admissions and testing procedures.
  3. Submit an official high school transcript showing your graduation date or an official copy of the High School Equivalency 文凭 in a sealed envelope.
  4. Submit official transcripts from all colleges you previously attended in a sealed envelope . You must score a “C” or better in each course in order to transfer credit.
  5. 学分为MAT 003.
  6. Complete all general education courses and other major required courses with a score of “C” or better.

It is your responsibility to verify that all required documentation has been received by WPCC prior to the February 1 deadline.

Porgram Admission Information

  • Notification of acceptance or rejection to the program will be made by April 1.

  • Upon admission, you will receive a copy of the 牙科协助 Program Policies. These rules are in addition to regular College policies.
  • 遵循ing admission, you must submit a completed medical appraisal.
  • 遵循ing admission, you must be certified in Healthcare Adult and Infant CPR.
  • 学生 are admitted to the program each Fall semester

其他信息

  • You must submit a completed criminal background check and drug screen to the clinical facility for approval to participate in clinical training in the facility.
  • Clinical facilities may require you to submit a physical and emotional health form.

If a clinical facility denies admission due to the results of the criminal background check or drug screen, you will not be able to complete the 牙科协助 program. You should refer to the 牙科协助 Program Policy Manual for additional information on policies and procedures.

学习项目

文凭

WPCC’s diploma program has 48 hours of coursework to prepare you for a career as a dental assistant.

招生

让我们开始吧! Our counselors are happy to provide the information and guidance you need to submit your application, apply for financial aid and scholarships, 参观我们的校园.

金融援助

We recognize that paying for college is an important consideration while making your education journey . Our financial aid staff is here to provide you with financial aid options and assistance to help you achieve your educational goals.

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