Programs

• Overview
• Dental Assistant
• Limited Medical Radiography
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Coding
• Medical Office Assistant
• Phlebotomy

Dental Assisting

Dental assisting is an outstanding career for someone who is a stickler for details, driven to help people and enjoys hands-on work. Dental Assistants are an important part of any successful dental practice.

ATA's Dental Assistant program will prepare you for a successful career as a dental assistant. Dental Assistants perform a variety of jobs, including patient care, office management and lab duties.

ATA's Dental Assistant program can be completed in as little as 10 months and consists of 56 credit hours. Upon completion of the program, you will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Assisting.

In addition to the basic coursework for dental assistants, ATA also provides:

• CPR certification for healthcare providers through the American Heart Association
• 300 hours of externship in a dental office
• Hands-on lab experience at an actual dentist's office
• Instruction from dentists and dental assistants
• Training in 4 handed dentistry

Sample Courses

• ANA 101 Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits)
• DEN 101 Intro to Dental Assisting (4 credits)
• DEN 140 Advanced Operative Procedures (4 credits)

Career Choices

• Oral surgery
• Pedodontics (children's dentistry)
• General dentistry practices
• Endodontics (root canals)
• Orthodontics (braces)
• Periodontics (gum disease)

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Classes are enrolling now! If you're interested in this program or would like more information about ATA, please contact us online or call 866-GET-AHEAD for more information.

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