Ivy Tech Community College, East Central Indiana
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Dental Assisting
The dental assistant is an integral part of the dental health care team. Dental assistants prepare a patient for an exam, pass instruments to the doctor, prepare dental materials, expose and develop X-rays, teach preventative dental care and sterilize instruments. You could be instrumental in helping patients be less anxious about having dental check-ups. You could also help children understand why brushing their teeth is important.
Sample careers in this field: Dental assistant

Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.

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GENERAL EDUCATION -- 7 CREDITS
    Introduction to Interpersonal Communication 3
    English Composition 3
    Life Skills Elective 1
PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL CORE -- 33 CREDITS
    Dental Materials Lab I 3
    Preclinical Practice I 4
    Dental Emergencies-Pharmacology 2
    Dental Office Management 2
    Dental Radiography 4
    Clinical Practicum 1
    Dental Anatomy 2
    Preventive Dentistry-Diet and Nutrition 2
    Preclinical Practice II 3
    Dental Materials and Laboratory II 3
    Clinical Externship 5
    Basic Integrated Science 2
TOTAL CREDITS 40

Contact Information

Teresa Ann Macauley
Dental Assistant Professor/Pgm Chair
tmacaule@ivytech.edu
765-643-7133