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Joseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center2017 2018www.nassauboces.org/barrytech
“Barry Tech is one of the most advancedand innovative CTE Centers in New YorkState. Graduates have the skills to meet thedemands of a high tech economy. We inviteNassau County high school students to joinour school community.”- Peter J. DaltonPrincipal
Nassau BOCESJoseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center1196 Prospect Ave, Westbury, NY 11590(516) 622-6800SAVENEARBYSEND TOYOUR PHONESHARE
ingTechnologiesHumanand PublicServicesNatural andAgriculturalArts andHumanitiesA Message From The PrincipalWelcome to the Joseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center.Barry Tech provides high school students with the opportunity to explore their career interests whiledeveloping the skills to become leaders in the 21st Century. We offer Career and Technical Education(CTE) programs, along with the qualifying academic credits specific for these programs. These areprograms approved by the New York State Department of Education and promote success for everystudent. Along with our caring and experienced staff, our students are motivated and challenged to beable to reach their highest potential.We challenge you to be part of Barry Tech because we offer: Programs that have state-of-the-art industry-approved technology and equipment College Articulations and Dual Enrollment agreements with prominent college and technical schools College enrollment days and our College Fair Real-work situations through Work-Based Learning: Shadowing, Internships, Co-ops and ClinicalRotations Approved programs for the 4 1 CTE Pathways CDOS Credentials for students seeking an alternative pathway to graduation.1196 Prospect AvenueWestbury, New York 11590As you look through our course catalog, you will learn that we are one of the most advanced andinnovative Career and Technical Centers in New York State, as well as being in the forefront of the manychanges in education and industry. Most of our students continue their education after graduation andhave the skills to meet the demands of a high tech economy.To learn more about the exciting world of Barry Tech, visit our website at www.nassauboces.org/barrytech, contact your high school guidance counselor to attend our “Taste of Tech” days, or call theBarry Tech office at 516-622-6812 to arrange a tour. We hope to see you soon!(516) 622-6800Sincerely,Peter J. DaltonPrincipalwww.nassauboces.org/barrytech
Table of ContentsCatalog of Courses 2017 2018Barry Tech Articles of Success. 2Campus Life. 3Work-Based Learning Experiences. 4Partnerships with Employers. 4Business/Information Services. 6Business Service Skills†. 7Retail Skills†. 7Health Services. 8Dental Assisting†. 9Health Skills†. 9Medical Assisting*†.10Nursing Assisting†.11Personal Trainer and Exercise Medicine†.12Physical Therapy Aide and Rehabilitation Medicine†.13Engineering Technologies. 14Auto Collision Technician†.15Auto Skills*†.15Automotive Technology*†.16Aviation Operations†.17Carpentry.18Computer Technology.18Construction Electricity.19Construction Trades.20Construction Trades Skills†.20Network Cabling Technician/Home TechnologyIntegration (HTI).21Plumbing.22Power Sports and Small Engine Repair*†.22Welding.24Natural and Agricultural. 32Animal Care†.33Animal Care Skills†.33Horse Science and Management.34Veterinary Science†.35Arts and Humanities. 36Audio Production.37Computer Game Design and Programming†.37Computer Game Design and Programming Skills†.38Computer Science.39Digital Design.39Fashion Design Technology .40Video Production and Digital Film Making*†.40Academic Courses. 41Graduation Requirements. 42CTE Graduation Pathways. 42Technical Endorsements. 42Planning for College. 44Registration Information. 45Other Regional Programs forHigh School Students. 46Educational Opportunities for Adults. 46Human and Public Services. 25Barbering Technician†.26Cosmetology†.26Culinary Arts†.27Culinary Arts Skills†.28Early Child Care Skills .29Early Childhood Education*†.30Police Science and Criminal Justice*†.31Pupil Personnel Services (PPS)The guidance team, social worker, psychologist and office secretariescreate the bridges between Barry Tech and the home high schools,parents and a variety of support services for students. PPS ensuresthat all students enter programs that meet their interests, abilitiesand goals for completing high school and for the future. The team alsoserves students with disabilities and English Language Learners. Forguidance information, please call 516-622-6814 or 516-622-6812.* This course qualifies for the CTE 4 1 Pathway†This course meets the requirements for CDOSCommencement Credential1
Barry Tech .4 Articles of SuccessWe believe that success is not accidental. It is important for us as a schoolto teach our students values that will help them navigate the challenges ofeveryday life, whether in school or at home. These values will ultimately helpthem in their future endeavors.The staff at Barry Tech has a vision that all students will demonstrate:1. DEPENDABLE CHARACTERISTICS: Be reliableBe trustworthyBe dedicated to your work2. RESPONSIBLE WORK HABITS: Be on time (Be punctual)Be positive in your approach to workBe productive3. RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIORS: Be respectfulBe present in schoolBe accountable for your behavior and actions4. RESPONSIBLE DECISION-MAKING: 2Be ethicalBe professional and act with integrityBe realistic in setting goals, but strive for excellence.2 0 1 7 2 0 1 8 Catalog of Courseswww.nassauboces.org/barrytech
Life at Barry Tech is as Exciting as it is Rewarding!SkillsUSA: This national student organization helps students develop leadership skills throughinvolvement in a wide variety of activities and competitions.National Technical Honor Society (NTHS): Membership in the NTHS,America’s highest award for excellence in career and technical education, is based on academicachievement, community service and teacher recommendations.Honor Roll: Students with an average of 85% or higher, can be eligible for Honor Roll. HonorRoll students with a 90% average can earn High Honor Roll status.Student of the Quarter: Each teacher selects one student whose work ethic and classparticipation go above and beyond to be Student of the Quarter.Outstanding Student Award: Our Students of the Quarter are considered for theOutstanding Student Award, presented at the Certificate Ceremony.Vanguard Students: Students wanting to pursue “non-traditional” careers or careersunderrepresented by their gender are supported and encouraged.George Farber Outstanding Student Award: One student of excellencefrom every Nassau BOCES school is chosen each year to receive the George Farber Award, named afterour late Board President.Career Specific Awards and Scholarships: Many business councils,professional organizations and employers offer awards and scholarships to students who excel while atBarry Tech.Student Ambassadors: Students, who by their performance in the classroom andthe workplace exemplify success, are invited to be Student Ambassadors, sharing their Barry Techexperiences with incoming students and serving as guides at orientation and Taste of Tech.Peer Mediation: Occasionally conflicts arise during the school day. We encourage ourstudents to train to mediate disputes, empowering them to resolve conflicts in a pragmatic, peacefulmanner. These skills last a lifetime.Community Service and Service Learning: A Barry Tech hallmark isencouraging students to participate in community service as part of their “service learning” curriculum.This fulfills local district community service requirements.Future Farmers of America: Vocational agricultural students participate incompetitions.Student Government: Each year, our students run for offices similar to Student Councilin their home high schools.Leadership Events: Our networking and social events build and encourage friendships andteaming between and among various CTE programs and Nassau County districts.Gay Straight Alliance (GSA): A student-led organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual,transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) youth and their straight allies that meets once a month.The goal of GSA is to make the school community safe, facilitate activism on campus and create awelcoming environment for all students regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.www.nassauboces.org/barrytech2 0 1 7 2 0 1 8 Catalog of Courses3
Work-Based Partnerships with EmployersAt the very heart of Barry Tech are the partnerships with business and industry that help to directLearningour curriculum, ensure our equipment and facilities are up-to-date, and mentor students in workExperiences based learning programs. They also give scholarships and awards, and hire graduates.Barry Tech students have theopportunity to reinforce andapply what they learn in theclassroom in real-world workprograms. All programs followthe guidelines establishedby the New York StateDepartments of Education andLabor, and are supervised bya certified pationalEducational Program(Co-Op):Eligible second-year studentsmay be recommended by theirteachers to join the Co-Op.They will follow an approved,supervised training plan,applying classroom learning,while earning wages and workexperience.Internship Program:Eligible 1st- and 2nd-yearstudents can participate in thisnon-paid, work-based programin order to gain valuable workexperience.Clinic:This is a required non-paid,teacher-supervised, workbased group-learning activity.Students participate in on-thejob training and instruction ina real-world, supervised clinicalsetting. A physical is required.Worksite Tours andShadowing:Students visit business andindustry sites or attendprofessional trade events. Somespend time shadowingan employee to increaseunderstanding of a specificjob and observe the workenvironment.4Arts and HumanitiesAdwar VideoAlta Moda by JosephineAric Signs & AwningsArt InstitutesAudio Engineering SocietyBET’s RIP The Runway ShowCable & GaugeDebbie Regan Locations, Ltd.DotworksElizabeth MauroEvolution Design & SignsFabric DepotFantastic Fabrics & PromotionsFrills & ThingsFrippery LimitedGold Coast StudiosHelen FastowHerald Community Newspapers/RichnerCommunicationsHollywood East EntertainmentIslip TV LLC, d/b/a MyLITVJessica MeltzerLong Island Video Enterprises LIVEMadona Cole OriginalsMarc FormisanoMaria TrontiMcCalls PatternMenekshe BoutiqueMicrosoft Garden CityMindset ProductionsMineola Awnings & SignsMiss Jackie DesignsNassau BOCES - Communications OfficeNassau BOCES - Graphic Arts and PrintingNassau County Film OfficeOmnibus FashionsPanavision New YorkPrinting EmporiumRalph CovelliRock Hard AtelierRubie’s Costume Co.Runway CoutureSanei International DBA Charlotte RonsonSigns of SpringSteven Taub ProductionsThe ArborsViking Solutions GroupWeeplayYumi KimBusiness/InformationServicesAHRCFamily Bagels of PlainviewHome GoodsNassau County DPWOld NavyT J MaxxTrader Joe’sWalgreens2 0 1 7 2 0 1 8 Catalog of CoursesEngineeringTechnologies3D IndustrialAbalene Plumbing & Heating, Inc.Advantage ToyotaAGL Plumbing and HeatingAmerican AirlinesAmerican Airpower MuseumAmerican Welding SocietyAutologic, USBedrock Plumbing & HeatingBest BuyBMW of FreeportBMW of Oyster BayBoilermakers Local No. 5BRG ElectricCA TechnologiesCARR Business SystemsCastle Collision CentersCentris GroupCentury General Contractors, Inc.Chief EquipmentCM Richey Electrical Contractors, Inc.Competition AutoCon EdisonCook Industries Inc.Corvette Repair Inc.D&D Auto ClinicDelta AirlinesDonaldson Acoustics Co, Inc.Electrical Training Center, Inc.Elliott Gantz & CoFAA Air Traffic Control JFK AirportFAA-AVSED Aviation & Space Ed ProgramFarmingdale State College Aviation FlightCenterForest Iron WorksGarden City Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, RAMGold ContractingGold Star Plumbing, Inc.GoodyearGrand Prix Jeep Subaru GroupGreater NY Automobile DealersAssociationGreenvale Electric Supply, Corp.Gregoris MotorsHabby TransmissionHabitat for Humanity in Nassau CountyHigh Potential Electric, Inc.Honda CityHouse of LaurenceIBEW Electricians Union Local 25Indipro Tools Corp.Infiniti of ManhassetIronworkers Local 40 & 361Jarro Building Industries Corp.JetBlue Airways Corp.Jiffy LubeKeri Coach WorksKidd CollisionLand Rover Glen CoveLegacy NissanLevittown FordLexus of MassapequaLexus of Rockville CentreLocal Union 28 Sheetmetal ApprenticeTraining CenterLong Island Contractors AssociationLong Island Gasoline Retailers AssociationLong Island Lawn Sprinklers, Inc.MAKO Plumbing & HeatingManning ImportsManzo Plumbing & HeatingMeadowbrook Collision Inc.MeinekeMercedes-Benz of Rockville CentreMerrick Dodge Chrysler JeepMillennium HondaMillennium ToyotaMotorworksNassau BOCES - Customer Care CenterNassau BOCES – Transportation ServicesNassau County Association of Plumbing,Heating and Cooling ContractorsNassau County Department of PublicWorksNassau County DPW/Fleet MaintenanceNassau County Police Department FleetServiceNassau Electric LeagueNational GridNew York TimesNicky T’s Automotive CraftsmanNissan of Garden CityNortheast Carpenters Apprenticeship FundNo Frills Tire WholesaleNorthwell Health Engineering Dept.NRJ Plumbing & HeatingNYPD Aviation Floyd Bennett FieldOyster Bay Railroad MuseumPark Avenue ServicePaul Conte CadillacPaul Conte ChevroletPEP BoysPhil’s Body WorksPPG IndustriesRallye BMWRallye Collision CenterRallye LexusRallye Mercedes BenzRallye MotorsRandy’s Performance CenterRobert ChevroletRudco PlumbingRW Truck Equipment, Inc.Saporito Contracting, Inc.SAV Truck Center, Inc.Schwing Electrical Supply Corp.Sears Repair CenterSheetmetal Workers InternationalAssociation Local Union No. 137Sid Harvey Supply, Inc.Snap on IndustrialSonic Car Wash & LubeSouth Bay Fuel Injectorswww.nassauboces.org/barrytech
South Shore HyundaiSuffolk County Police Department SpecialPatrol BureauSystematic Auto ServiceTRACON NAS OperationsTrio Auto RepairU.S. Customs & Border ProtectionUA Plumbers Local Union No. 200United AirlinesValvolineVerizonWantagh MazdaWestbury Jeep, Chrysler, DodgeWestbury Toyota ScionWoodhaven Plumbing & Heating Corp.Health ServicesAAPTEAccuHealth Medical GroupAll Star Physical TherapyAllen Schwartz, DDSAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Red CrossAVF DentalBellmore Physical TherapyBiCounty Physical Therapy andRehabilitationBradley Fischman, DDSCardinal HealthCarillon Nursing & Rehabilitation CenterCold Spring Hills Center for Nursing &RehabilitationConnie Collura, DDSDanoff Dental & Associates, LLPDr. Richard PashayanDr. Vanessa TroiseDr. Wininger OrthodonticsEast Meadow Medical OfficeEdgard Rayans, DDSEquinoxEric Fisher, DDSFidel Abreu-Benitez, DDSGarden OB/GYNGardiner Physical Therapy ServicesGary Nadler, DDSGymGuyzHarbor DentalHealth Solutions PTHealthTraxHerrmann Dental AssociatesIsland Sports Physical TherapyJonathan Sorto-VelasquezKaizen Centre for Health & WellnessKaren McClean, M.A.Kidds on Park Pediatric DentistryLong Island Alzheimer’s FoundationLong Island Family Dental CareMarathon Physical TherapyMarotta Dental Studio, Inc.Maureen A. Tredwell, DDSMendoza Chiropractic Office, PCNancy Ciminera, DDSNassau BOCES - Carman Road SchoolNassau BOCES - Willet Avenue MiddleSchoolNassau Community CollegeNassau Sports Physical TherapyNassau University Medical CenterNassau University Medical Center PharmacyNassau University Medical Center Physical Therapy Dept.New York Blood CenterNew York Sports & Physical TherapyInstituteNewman OrthodonticsNorthwell HealthNY SpineOptimus FitnessOrthopaedic Care of Long Island, PCPain and Rehabilitation Medical SpecialistsPat Sullivan, N.P.Peak PerformancePediatric Healthcare of Long IslandPKL Physical TherapyPlainview Physical Therapy & SportsRehab.PreHealth Care Associates LLPReddy Care Physical Therapy PCReyes & Reyes Physical TherapyROK Health & FitnessSoundside Physical Therapy, PCSpectrum Physical Therapy & ChiropracticSynergy Fitness ClubsThe Central Orthopedic GroupTherapeutic Solutions Physical TherapyTotal Performance Physical TherapyUniondale Chiropractic Office, PCUnited Cerebral PalsyWalter Mendoza ChiropracticWinthrop University HospitalWoodbury Center for Health CareWorld GymHuman and PublicServicesA&M Professional Security ConsultingACDS - Association for Children withDown SyndromeAmerican Culinary Federation Long IslandChapterAmerican Red Cross in Nassau CountyAnteri Brothers MeatAssemblyman Brian CurranAssemblyman Joseph SaladinoBellmore United Methodist Nursery SchoolBethany HouseBethpage Nursery SchoolCity of Glen CoveCity of Long Beach, Youth & FamilyServicesCounty Wide Group Investigative SolutionsDeasy Elementary SchoolDryden Street SchoolFashion Institute of Design &MerchandisingFranklin Early Childhood CenterFraternal Order of PoliceFreeport High School Security Dept.Friedberg JCCGarden City HotelGlen Cove Child Care CenterGlen Cove City HallGrace Episcopal Day SchoolGreat Neck Public SchoolsHarbor Child Care at The PlazaHarbor Child Care CentersHofstra University SecurityHuman & Public y Nursery SchoolInterstate Security & InvestigationsJacob’s LightKassie’s PlayhouseKids CampusLaw Offices of Aaron I. Katsman, P. C.Learn & Play CenterLittle Sheppard Day CareLong Beach City Manager’s OfficeLong Beach Police Dept.Lynn Summer, ConsultantMalverne High School Security Dept.Malverne Police Dept.Manny Roberts Hair Replacement & WigsMaplewood SchoolMarshall Prekindergarten SchoolMary Kay BeautyMassapequa Reformed ChurchMaximus Spa SalonsMGA GolfworksMid Island Y JCC PreschoolMonroe CollegeMTA Police Dept.My Little World Daycare, Inc.Nassau BOCES - Human ResourcesNassau BOCES - Outdoor EducationNassau County Auxiliary PoliceNassau County Bar AssociationNassau County Family CourtNassau County Office of EmergencyManagementNassau County Police Athletic LeagueNassau County Police Dept.Nassau County Public Safety CenterNeat & Complete BarbersNew York Institute of BeautyNew York State PoliceNorthwell Health Volunteer Services Dept.NYC College of Technology Culinary Dept.NYIT School of Management HospitalityStudiesNYS Senate District Office, 7th DistrictOffice of the County ExecutivePort Washington Children’s CenterPrecious KidsPrecious Kids TooRAM Caterers of Old WestburyReinhard Early Childhood CenterRenegade Hair SalonRose Garden Daycare & PreschoolSalon ProvocativaSo. Cap. USASouth Shore Country Day SchoolSTEP Academy PreschoolSt. Rose of Lima Nursery SchoolStudio BSuffolk County Medical ExaminerSuffolk County Police AcademySuffolk County Police Dept.Sugar CreationsSunshine & DreamsSuper CutsSweet KarmaTeaching Learning Caring Day CareThe Charrington Firm, P. C.The Children’s Greenhouse FSA - NassauCommunity CollegeThe Community Nursery SchoolTown of Babylon Fire Marshal’s OfficeTown of HempsteadUniondale High School SecurityUnited Cerebral Palsy Associationof Nassau CountyUSMCVillage of Lynbrook Police Dept.Waldorf SchoolWestbury Friends SchoolWounded Warrior ProjectNatural andAgricultural SciencesAnimal Medical HospitalAssisi Veterinary HospitalBaldwin Animal HospitalBellmore Veterinary HospitalBobbi and The StraysBrookville Animal HospitalCenter for Science Teaching and LearningGarden City Park Animal HospitalGuide Dog FoundationHewlett Animal HospitalHoyt FarmsIsland Exotic Veterinary CareIsland Trees Veterinary HospitalKnoll FarmsLevittown Animal HospitalLong Island Veterinary SpecialistsMassapequa Pet VetMeadowbrook Animal HospitalMid Island Animal HospitalNational Horse Show EquestrianNorth Shore Animal League AmericaNorth Shore Equestrian CenterNorth Shore Horse RescueNorth Shore SaddleryOakwood FarmsOld Country Animal ClinicPETCOPurinaQuality Veterinary CareSPCA Suffolk County OfficersSuffolk County Community CollegeSuffolk County Kennel Club, Inc.Tackapausha Museum and PreserveThomas School of HorsemanshipTown of Hempstead Animal ShelterTown of North Hempstead Animal ShelterVeterinary Referral & Emergency Centerof WestburyVolunteer for Wildlife, Inc.West Hempstead Animal HospitalWestminster Kennel Club2 0 1 7 2 0 1 8 Catalog of Courses5
ESIGCREATEBUILDLEARNENCOURAGENBusiness/Information ServicesDbusiness service skillsretail skillsThe business world is completelyin tune with the consumers’interest in conservation andenvironmentally efficienttechnology. Learn how to run abusiness with an eye toward thefuture.
CoursesRetail SkillsBusiness Service SkillsCourse available:Grades 10, 11 or 12Course length:1 or 2 yearsCourse available:Grades 10, 11 or 12Placement:SkillsCourse length:1 or 2 yearsCredits:Up to 4 CTE credits a yearPlacement:Skillsearning high school credits:Students completing this 2-year coursemay receive up to 8 CTE credits OR distributed credits:*1.0 creditCareer and FinancialManagement* Students completing 1 year of this 2-yearcourse may receive up to 4 CTE credits ORdistributed credits.Credits:Up to 4 CTE credits a yearearning high school credits:Students completing this 2-year coursemay receive up to 8 CTE credits OR distributed credits:*1.0 creditCareer and FinancialManagement* Students completing 1 year of this 2-yearcourse may receive up to 4 CTE credits ORdistributed credits.This course supports New York StateCDOS Credential requirements.This course supports New York StateCDOS Credential requirements.In this course, students will learn all the skillsnecessary for working in a technology-orientedenvironment. They will receive individualized instruction in computer skills, businessdocument formatting, business math, filingtechniques, mailroom skills and telephone usageand etiquette. They will be introduced to officetechnology and the basics in word processing,spreadsheet and presentation software, and learnto use copy and fax machines.Students Will Develop ProfessionalSkills, including: time management teamwork interpersonal relations effectivecommunication organizational skillsStudents Will Learn How to: format and edit business letters, memos,tables, columns and reports compute payrollspreadsheets with overtime and commission perform alphanumeric filing tasks operatevarious office machinesWork Experience OpportunitiesWorksites Include: NYS Department of Public Works AHRC Running Joe’s Corner Store at Barry TechDuring this course, students will have the opportunity to help run a school retail store. Studentswill learn about entrepreneurship, management,marketing and personal finance. This course islimited to 15 students and is taught by 1 teacherand 1 teacher aide. All students will have anopportunity to be a cashier, bagger, greeter,stockperson, counter person and securityguard on a rotating basis throughout the year.Students Will Learn How to: operate a cash register develop marketingmaterials create store displays monitorinventory and stock prepare and serve foodand beverage items use Microsoft Excel toprepare purchase orders prepare a resumeand cover letter practice job interview skillsCareer OpportunitiesStudents who complete this course will be qualifiedto seek entry-level positions in the retail servicesindustry that allow for continued personal andprofessional advancement based on their desiresand abilities. Some graduates attend continuingeducation programs to increase their skills. Typicaljob titles in retail include customer service representative, sales representative, cashier, inventory clerk,store manager and stock person.Work Experience OpportunitiesStudents who meet all eligibility requirements mayparticipate in supervised, real-world, work-basedlearning offerings that include shadow days,internships or paid Co-Op experiences at workplacesites such as: CVS/Pharmacy DSW Shoe Warehouse Barry Tech’s Joe’s Corner Store Trader Joe’s Walgreens Co. TJ Maxx Old Navywww.nassauboces.org/barrytech2 0 1 7 2 0 1 8 Catalog of Courses7
Health ServicesDESIGCREATENBUILDLEARNdental assistingENCOURAGEhealth skillsmedical assistingnurse assistingpersonal trainerand exercise medicinephysical therapy aideand rehabilitation medicineThe world of healthcare isdeveloping new technologiesto improve patient care and thequality of life, as well as respond toenvironmental challenges. Learnhow to give quality care to those inneed in this quickly changing field.
CoursesDental AssistingCourse available:Grades 11–12Course length:2 yearsPlacement:RegularCredits:Up to 4 CTE credits a yearAdmissions criteria:Satisfactory completion of LivingEnvironment and strong reading skillsearning high school credits:Students completing this 2-year coursemay receive up to 8 CTE credits ORdistributed credits using any or all of thefollowing:Career and Financial1.0 creditManagement1.0 creditScienceEnglish1.0 credit0.5 creditHealthMath–Specialized1.0 creditThis course is certified byNew York State.Note: In the 2nd year, this courserequires students to wear uniformsand to complete physical exams beforeparticipating in clinical rotations.Students will learn the skills needed to assistin all phases of dentistry, from taking X-raysto four-handed chairside assisting, and willhave the opportunity to complete a clinicalrotation and assist in actual dental procedures.Through hands-on experience, students willdevelop skills as receptionists, office managers, chairside assistants and learn how to usepersonal computers for patient records, billingand correspondence. Students will have theopportunity to work with new technology indigital radiography.Potential Dental Assistants WillLearn the Essential Clinical SkillsThat Include: assisting in dental procedures handling dental/medical emergencies CPR instructing patients how to properlybrush and floss preparing restorative andimpression materials infection control andsterilizing techniques taking, processingand mounting X-rays following OccupationalSafety and Health Administration guidelinesand universal precautions maintainingcomputerized dental recordsCareer OpportunitiesStudents who take the complete 2-year,900-hour course will be eligible to fulfill theNew York State Dental Assisting Certificationrequirements. Many graduates attend collegeto pursue further education in dental hygiene,dentistry or other health-related professions,and often use their skills to help pay expenses.Typical job titles in the field of dentistry includedental assistant (in private practice, hospitalsor dental clinics), office manager, receptionist/bookkeeper and dental product representative.Upon completion of the required trainingand exams, students will have the opportunityto be certified in CPR, Heart Saver/First Aidthrough the American Heart Association.College AgreementsUpon completion of this course, students mayreceive college credits subject to the entrancerequirements of each institution, and any additional criteria that may have been established.Current college agreements include:Work Experience OpportunitiesStudents who meet all eligibility requirementsmay participate in supervised, real-world
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