CDI College (Burnaby Campus)

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Dental Assisting

CDI College (Burnaby Campus)

Faculty:School of Health Care
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Length:45 Week(s)
Careers:Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists

Description:

The Dental Assisting program at CDI College trains students for careers in the dental field. During the program, students will learn about dental care, pharmacology, oral pathology, and dental radiography. The Dental Assisting program will also help train students to prepare patients for treatment, assist dentists during treatment, perform infection control procedures, maintain patient records, and other office duties. This diploma program trains graduates to become useful members of any dental office team. Students who are looking to upgrade their skills can also take the Expanded Training in Orthodontics program.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade11 Biology 
The minimum requirement for admission to CDI College is a high school diploma. However, applicants who have not achieved a high school diploma can apply for admission as a mature student. In order to be eligible for admission, candidates must have Grade 12 or GED, as well as Grade 11 Biology. They must also pass the College Admissions Test, undergo a criminal record check and submit a pre-entrance immunization report indicating up-to-date immunizations, including Hepatitis B. Influenza immunizations may also be required, depending on field placement.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 16, 2017