Dental assistants are an important part of the successful operation of a dental practice. They perform a variety of jobs, including patient care, office management and laboratory duties. Dental assisting is an outstanding career for someone who is a stickler for details, driven to help people and enjoys hands-on work.
In addition to the basic coursework for dental assistants, ATA also provides:
CPR certification for healthcare providers through the American Heart Association
Kentucky certification in Radiology Safety and Technique
300 hours of externship in a dental office
Hands-on lab experience at an actual dentist’s office
