Dental Administrative Assistant Certificate

With the aging population, the tremendous advancements in technology, and our demand for the best quality of life, the healthcare industry is facing a growing shortage of well-trained personnel. This program is designed to provide employment-ready, comprehensively trained graduates who can work in a dental office.

Admissions Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status and passing grade on the admissions test.
Good Command of the English Language
Admissions Interview is required
Two letters of reference regarding personal character
A recent, clear Criminal Records Check.
N-95 Mask Fit Testing which may be a requirement based on provincial requirements
Two letters of reference regarding personal character
Hepatitis B, other vaccinations and/or a TB test may be required
Objectives
This program provides students with the basic knowledge, skills, and work experience needed to become permanently employable in any dental setting, with special skills suited to working in a dental practice. Skill development is delivered in two areas.
Introductory level anatomy and pathology as it pertains to a dental environment, dental office administration and software, and dental clinical procedures.
Full-range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills, general office management, accounting, personal and professional development, and customer service.
Career Opportunties
Graduates of this program are qualified to work in an administrative capacity in a wide variety of dental settings. Job titles vary, but graduates are an integral part of many dental settings, such as:

General or Family Dental Clinics
Endodontic Specialty Clinics
Maxillofacial Radiology Clinics
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics
Oral Pathology Clinics or Departments
Orthodontic Clinics
Pediatric Dental Clinics
Periodontics Clinics
Prosthodontic Clinics
Public Health Dental Clinics