Diploma
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, dentists are expected to hire more dental assistants who can assume routine care responsibilities allowing the dentist more time for specific procedures. In fact, dental assisting is expected to be one of the fastest-growing occupations through 2014.* Kaplan University's Dental Assistant Diploma program is designed to prepare you for an exciting career in the dental field. Explore your options today.
Our Dental Assistant Diploma program incorporates both clinical (chairside) and administrative aspects of dental assisting. The curriculum is intended to prepare you for the technical and administrative skills essential to clinical settings. Coursework includes:
- Dental Science
- Preventive Dentistry
- Dental Chair Assisting I and II
- Dental Materials and Lab Techniques
- Office Emergencies and Procedures
As a graduate of this program, you can search for entry-level employment in:
- Group practices
- Clinics
- Dental health facilities