Dental Assisting & Radiology

This noncredit HYBRID course will teach students entry level dental assisting job skills when you successfully complete this noncredit course, approved by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners. This course is a combination of face-to-face lab practice and online internet instruction, in addition to an eight-hour participation in a dental office shadowing experience. Topics include dental terminology and anatomy, concepts of four-handed dentistry, instrumentation, causes and treatment of common dental diseases, and at least 24 hours of dental radiology instruction as required by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) for eligibility to sit for the DANB Radiology Health and Safety (RHS) certification exam. Completion of health forms is required for this course. Prerequisites: Students must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to speak and understand standard American English. Computer and internet access required. You must successfully complete all course requirements to receive a certificate. No refund seven days prior to start. Email NoncreditAlliedHealth@HowardCC.edu for more information. 10.0 CEUs.

Please Note: This class will meet on the following dates

10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9