Registered Dental Assistant

Location(s): Northeast Campus

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DNTA.T001.UG
Level 1 Certificate

Health Science Pathway
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Program Requirements

First Year

Fall Term

DNTA 1311 - Dental Science
DNTA 1202 - Communication and Behavior in the Dental Office
DNTA 1245 - Preventive Dentistry
DNTA 1315 - Chairside Assisting
DNTA 1305 - Dental Radiology

Spring Term

DNTA 1353 - Dental Assisting Applications
DNTA 1301 - Dental Materials
DNTA 1251 - Dental Office Management
DNTA 1103 - Registered Dental Assistant Exam Review
DNTA 1360 - Clinical - Dental Assisting/Assistant (Capstone) *

Total Certificate Hours: 25

* Clinical course should be taken during graduating semester. Approval of the program coordinator is required prior to enrollment.

Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508

This program prepares a student for an occupational license. However, the student may not be eligible for licensing if they have a prior criminal history. For more details, see House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements .