As an RDA, you are a professional, licensed member of the dental health team.
Dental assistants prepare patients for treatment and assist the doctor during and dental surgery.
RDAs may also perform treatment procedures under the direct supervision or direction of the dentist. Most RDAs work in private practices, while some may work in clinics, public health departments or hospitals. In California, dental assisting is projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations between 1990 and 2005. Citrus' RDA Program will develop your technical and social skills, preparing you to work in a professional and highly competent manner. Successful completion of the program permits you to take the state RDA licensing examination from the Board of Dental Examiners.