The Dental Assistant Program gives students an orientation to the duties of the dental assistant, including chairside assisting, laboratory techniques and dental radiography.
Didactic instruction runs concurrently with laboratory instruction throughout the program.
Students gain clinical experience in MATC clinical facilities and district dental offices. Aptitudes which will be helpful to students are an ability to pay attention to details, follow instructions, work quickly and independently, be responsible for personal and office organization, interact well with people and be able to manage stress. All students admitted to the Dental Assistant Program must show proof of CPR certification prior to clinical affiliations. Physical exam and completed Personal History Form on file prior to beginning the clinical affiliation. Chairside Assistants Work directly with the dentist in the treatment area.