Registered Dental Assisting

Dental Assisting is a challenging and rewarding career, requiring versatility and a willingness to assume responsibility for many different tasks which require both interpersonal and technical skills. Dental Assistants work directly with patients and play a key role in providing oral health care and treatment of dental disease.

The Orange Coast College Registered Dental Assisting Program offers instruction in state of the art dental equipment, digital and computerized systems, and standards of infection control mandated by the state dental practice act.  DA and RDA functions are taught to laboratory competency and clinical competency where applicable. The program prepares students through academic, laboratory and clinical courses for licensing and employment in this dynamic field.

Clinical Training includes rotation at local dental offices. Students will complete 300 hours of clinical training.

Upon successful completion of the program, will hold State of California Radiation Safety, Pit and Fissure Sealant and Coronal Polish Certification. Graduates are eligible to take the Registered Dental Assisting (RDA) examinations for licensure through the Dental Board of California.

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