Dental Assisting – Certified
Overview
Learn the specialized skills and knowledge needed to assist dentists with procedures, provide oral health education, and function as a dental health team member.
This program is only open for domestic students(Canadian/Permanent Residents). If you’re interested in as an international students, please visit aaaa.vcc.ca
| Tuition | N/A |
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| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | The Certified Dental Assisting Program is 10 months (41 weeks) in length, divided into 3 terms, and it should be completed in one (1) year. Students have two years to complete the program. |
| Hours | Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the exception of certain activities that may require a variance of these times. Additionally, some weekends and evenings will be scheduled with notice. |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates | Sep |
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Job prospectives
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- Dental Technologist / Dental Technician
- Dental Lab Quality Control Specialist
- Dental Materials Sales Representative
- Dental Equipment Technician or Specialist
- CAD / CAM Designer for Dental Restorations
- Dental Laboratory Manager
- Dental Technology Instructor
Admission Requirement
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.*
- English Language Proficiency as demonstrated by one of the following:*
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent or
- English Language Proficiency at an English 12 ‘C’ level
- One of:**
- Anatomy and Physiology 12, or equivalent (recommended), or
- Life Sciences 11, or equivalent
- Criminal Record Check
- Students in this program are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC). The CRC must be completed according to VCC’s Criminal Record Check instructions. Students whose CRC results indicate they pose a risk to vulnerable populations may not be able to complete the requirements of the program (e.g. practicums) or graduate.
- Note: BCCOHP is the regulatory body for Certified Dental Assistants. They require each applicant to undergo another criminal records search prior to registration and certification. Registration and certification to practice is mandatory in BC.
- Valid Standard or Emergency First Aid and CPR-C
- Certificate must remain valid throughout the program.
- TB Screening
- Students must submit a negative tuberculosis (TB) skin test or chest X-ray dated a maximum of six months prior to the program start date. An additional TB test is required after each potential exposure to TB and/or travel to areas with a known prevalence of TB.
- Immunization Record
- A Certified Dental Assisting and Dental Reception Immunization Record must be completed. Students may be declined placement in a clinical or practicum site if a completed immunization record is not provided.
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Recommended Characteristics
- Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment
- Empathic and caring attitude
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Ability to complete tasks that require manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Detail oriented
- Effective time management skills
- Basic computer literacy (email, word processing and use of the internet)
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Courses
Course list is not available at the moment.
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and Costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,313 | Year 1 - $1,423 Year 2 - $1,546 Year 3 - $1,220 |
| Student union | $217 | |
| College initiative | $136 | |
| Materials | $161 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | $453 | |
| Laundry | $415 | |
| Uniform (Deposit) | $30 | |
| Medical & Dental | $285 | Provided by Student Union |
| U-Pass | $469 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $13,558 |
Books & Supplies
- Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax
Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC
No-cost textbooks are available for this program.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Application Process
Application information is not available at the moment.
Contact us
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Program information
Program head name
Advising
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
For International students
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