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DENTAL ASSISTING

Emily Griffith Technical College

Short-Term CertificateCIP: 51.0601

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Denver, Colorado

    1860 Lincoln Street, Denver, Colorado, 80203

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingReading ComprehensionActive LearningInstructingService OrientationMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCritical ThinkingLearning StrategiesWriting

Knowledge

Medicine and DentistryEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementAdministrativeEducation and TrainingBiologyPsychology

Abilities

Near VisionOral ExpressionOral ComprehensionSpeech RecognitionWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningWritten ExpressionProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingArm-Hand SteadinessSpeech ClarityInductive Reasoning

Tasks

  • Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or
  • Record treatment information in patient records.
  • Assist dentist in management of medical or dental emergencies.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, an
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

Technology

Medical softwareElectronic mail softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareAccounting softwareComputer based training softwareData base user interface and query softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareWord processing software

Tools

Air abrasion unitsAir compressorsAir/water syringesAmalgam carriersAmalgamatorsApex locatorsArticulatorsAspirating syringesAutoclavesBand seating pliersBench lathesBite blocksBitewing film holdersBursCaries detection aids3D movement analysis systemsAgar slidesAutomated ESR analyzersBack support bracesBalance boardsBiohazard containersBlood culture incubatorsCardiac monitorsCarousel slide projectorsCasting ovensCell washing equipmentCervical traction unitsCoagulation testing equipmentColorimetric devicesCompact digital cameras

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportWorking ConditionsIndependenceAchievementRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Dental Assistants31-9091.00
  • Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary25-1071.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Instrument trays and sterilization equipment — set up and operate under direct supervision in a clinical dental operatory.
  • Patient records and treatment documentation — enter basic treatment information into electronic health records with guidance from a supervising dentist.
  • Dental diagnostic x-ray equipment — expose and process radiographs under direct supervision following established radiation safety protocols.
  • Medical and dental histories — collect and record patient health information using standardized intake forms in a dental office setting.
  • Vital signs measurement tools — take and record patient blood pressure and pulse under supervision prior to routine dental procedures.
  • Dental supply inventory — monitor stock levels and notify the lead assistant or office manager when supplies require reordering.
  • Postoperative care instructions — deliver written and verbal instructions prescribed by the dentist to patients following standard procedures.
  • Infection control materials and personal protective equipment — apply disinfection and sterilization protocols following OSHA and CDC guidelines in a clinical setting.
  • Oral hygiene demonstration aids — introduce basic brushing and flossing techniques to patients under the guidance of the supervising dentist.
  • Office suite and word processing software — complete basic administrative tasks such as scheduling and correspondence in a dental practice environment.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
16%
Placement Rate
80%