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Dental AssistingASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE or CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENTThe program requires 32 semester units in Dental Assisting,plus 9 semester units in other general education requiredcourses; for a total of 41 units. Students completing allrequired courses with a minimum grade point averageof 2.0 (“C”) will earn a Certificate of Achievement andbe qualified to take the Certification Examination of theDental Assisting National Board (DANB) and the Stateof California RDA examinations; and will be prepared toassume the responsibilities of assisting the dentist in allphases of general and specialty practice.The AS degree in Dental Assisting will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the Major Course Requirementsand the General Education requirements. A Certificate ofAchievement will be awarded upon satisfactory completionof the Major Course Requirements.Career OpportunitiesThis full-time curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the American Dental Association Council onDental Education for Dental Assistants. The programincludes lecture and laboratory practice in the classroom.Clinical experience is required in the dental clinics of theUniversity of California and the University of Pacific DentalSchools in San Francisco, as well as in private dentaloffices. Students completing all required courses with aminimum grade of 75% C or better grade will earn aCertificate of Achievement and be qualified to take theCertification Examination of the DANB, the State of California RDA examinations, and will be prepared to assumethe responsibilities of assisting the dentist in all phases ofgeneral practice. The program requires 28.5 semester unitsin Dental Assisting, plus 9 semester units in other generaleducation required courses.Eligibility/Admission/Prerequisite andDegree/Certificate Requirements are asfollows:1. Completion of all Dental Assisting courses with a gradeof 2.0 (“C”) or better.2. Possession of a high school diploma or the equivalentis required prior to application to and admission intothe program.3. Official transcripts must be on file in the Admissionsand Records Office prior to program application.4. Completion of HLTED 9 (2 units), First Aid and Safety;and HLTED 11, CPR (.5 units); OR possession of currentcards from an approved provider are required prior toenrollment in the program.D ental A ssistingThe Dental Assisting Program is designed to meet therequirements of the American Dental Association Councilon Dental Education for Dental Assistants. The programincludes lecture and laboratory practice in the classroom.As part of their field experience, students are required toparticipate in internships in private offices and at the UCSFDental School.5. Physical and dental examinations, and negative TB andhepatitis test results are required to be submitted tothe Dental Assisting Department prior to enrollmentin the program.6. It is highly recommended (but not required) that thefollowing be completed prior to admission into theprogram and enrollment in Fall term courses: DENTL251, Dental Terminology and CIS 205, ComputerLiteracy.Program Learning OutcomesUpon completion of this program a student will be able to: Apply critical thinking to all aspects of the dental field. Communicate in written and verbal form according toterminology of the dental field. Demonstrate knowledge of cultural sensitivity withinthe field of dental assisting. Demonstrate self discipline to pursue intellectualcuriosities with integrity in both personal and professional lives.Admission is by special application directly to the DentalAssisting Department. The application deadline is April15 of each year for admission into the program startingthe following fall semester. The Dental Assisting Programis allowed to take up to 24 students each fall semesterper CODA regulations. All completed applications will beplaced in a lottery after the applicant has attended the firstmandatory orientation. After the first 24 eligible applicantshave been selected, all other applicants will be placed ona wait-list and informed in writing of any openings. Applicants will be notified by mail of acceptance into the DentalAssisting program. Applications received after April 15 willbe accepted only on a space-available basisCOLLEGE OF ALAMEDA 2021-2022 CATALOGDental Assisting171
Dental AssistingASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE or CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENTDegree Major/Certificate RequirementsD ental A ssistingDEPT/NO.TITLEUNITSDENTL 220AInfection Control and Oral Health2DENTL 220BInfection Control and CoronalPolish1DENTL 221Professional Standards.5DENTL 222Oral Anatomy, Morphology andBody Systems3.5DENTL 223Chairside Procedures3DENTL 224ADental Radiology I3DENTL 225Dental Materials and LabProcedures3DENTL 224BDental Radiology II2DENTL 226Advanced Chairside Procedures3DENTL 227Biodental Sciences2DENTL 228AClinical Rotations and Review2DENTL 228BClinical Rotations and Internship5DENTL 229Practice Management1.5DENTL 230Pit and Fissure Sealants.5Complete the following 9 units at any time:ENGL 201B*Preparation for Composition andReading3PSYCH 1AIntroduction to General Psychology3COMM 1AIntroduction to Speech (3)orInterpersonal Communication (3)orPublic Speaking (3)3COMM 20COMM 45Total Required Units:41*A higher level English course, such as Engl 1A, may besubstituted for Engl 201B.172Dental AssistingCOLLEGE OF ALAMEDA 2021-2022 CATALOG
Dental AssistingASSOCIATE OF SCIENCERecommended Course SequenceUNITSREQUIREMENTDENTL 220A Infection Control and Oral Health2MajorDENTL 220B Infection Control and Coronal Polish1MajorDENTL 221Professional Standards0.5MajorDENTL 222Oral Anatomy, Morphology and Body Systems3.5MajorDENTL 223Chairside Procedures3MajorDENTL 224A Dental Radiology I3MajorDENTL 2253MajorDental Materials and Lab ProceduresSPRING 1Total Number of Units2MajorDENTL 226Advanced Chairside Procedures3MajorDENTL 227Biodental Sciences2MajorDENTL 228A Clinical Rotations and Review2MajorDENTL 228B Clinical Rotations and Internship6MajorDENTL 229Practice Management2MajorDENTL 230Pit and Fissure Sealants0.5MajorSUMMER 1FALL 2DENTL 251Dental Terminology 117.51Total Number of UnitsENGL 1AENGL 1ASComposition and Reading orComposition and Reading (w/ support)PSYCH 1A14 or 5Major4AIntroduction to General Psychology3Major2COMM 1ACOMM 20COMM 45Introduction to Speech orInterpersonal Communication Skills orPublic Speaking3Major4DMUSIC 15AHIST 19Jazz, Blues and Popular Music in the American Culture orHistory of California3GE3&53GE1Total Number of Units:SPRING 216DENTL 224B Dental Radiology IITotal Number of Units:COA GE AREAD ental A ssistingFALL 1COURSEANTHR 1GEOG 1Introduction to Physical Anthropology orPhysical Geography13-14MATH 13Introduction to Statistics ( 213 Support Course)4 or 6GE4BLIS 85BIOL 31Introduction to Information Resources orNutrition2 or 4GE4CSOC 1SOC 5Introduction to Sociology orMinority Groups3Elective2 or2&5Total Number of Units:12-161 Course is highly recommended.Please meet with a counselor to develop a personalized education plan to help you meet your specific goals.COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA 2021-2022 CATALOGDental Assisting173
Dental AssistingCERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENTRecommended Course SequenceFALL 1D ental A ssistingCOURSEInfection Control and Oral Health2MajorDENTL 220BInfection Control and Coronal Polish1MajorDENTL 221Professional Standards0.5MajorDENTL 222Oral Anatomy, Morphology and Body Systems3.5MajorDENTL 223Chairside Procedures3MajorDENTL 224ADental Radiology I3MajorDENTL 225Dental Materials and Lab Procedures3MajorSPRING 116DENTL 224BDental Radiology II2MajorDENTL 226Advanced Chairside Procedures3MajorDENTL 227Biodental Sciences2MajorDENTL 228AClinical Rotations and Review2MajorDENTL 228BClinical Rotations and Internship6MajorDENTL 229Practice Management2MajorDENTL 230Pit and Fissure Sealants0.5MajorTotal Number of Units:SUMMER 1REQUIREMENTDENTL 220ATotal Number of UnitsFALL 2UNITSDENTL 251Dental Terminology 117.51Total Number of Units:ENGL 1AENGL 1ASComposition and Reading orComposition and Reading (w/ support)PSYCH 1ACOMM 1ACOMM 20COMM 4514 or 5MajorIntroduction to General Psychology3MajorIntroduction to Speech orInterpersonal Communication Skills orPublic Speaking3MajorTotal Number of Units:10 -111 Course is highly recommended.Please meet with a counselor to develop a personalized education plan to help you meet your specific goals.174Dental AssistingCOLLEGE OF ALAMEDA 2021-2022 CATALOG
Dental Assisting(DENTL)The Dental Assisting Program at College of Alameda isa national and state accredited program.The fall semester courses introduce basic theory andchairside skills, leading to more advanced studies coursesduring the spring semester, which also include internships and advanced use of technology within dentistry. ACertificate of Achievement is awarded upon successfulcompletion of the program. The Dental Assisting Programprepares you for the California Registered Dental Assistantand National Certified Dental Assistant exams.The program seeks individuals who enjoy interaction withpeople, teamwork, have good communications skills, enjoyvariety in their work and enjoy excellent working opportunities and conditions. Dental Assisting is a rewarding andstable career.DENTL 220AInfection Control and Oral Health2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR)(12 weeks) Corequisite: DENTL 221 and 222 and 223 and 224Aand 225 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 20 or 45Introduction to infection control and oral health:Emphasis on infection control and disinfectiontechniques for patient and occupational protection;disease transmission, microbiology, and application ofCal-DOSH (OSHA) blood-borne pathogens standards,Dental Board Infection Control guidelines, and CDCrecommendations for healthcare settings; relationshipand value of nutrition in promoting good oral health.1240.10 COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA 2021-2022 CATALOGInfection Control and Coronal Polish1 unit, .5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR)(5 weeks) Prerequisite: DENTL 220A Corequisite: DENTL 221 and 222 and 223 and 224Aand 225 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 20 or 45Introduction to infection control and coronal polish:Emphasis on coronal polish, infection control,sterilization and disinfection techniques, and legalconsiderations for patient and occupational protection;application of Cal-DOSH (OSHA) blood-bornepathogens standards, Dental Board Infection Controlguidelines, and CDC recommendations for healthcaresettings; principles of tooth polishing and plaque andstain formation, indications and contra-indications ofcoronal polishing, polishing agent composition andstorage and handling; characteristics, manipulation, andcare of dental hand pieces; nutritional information forgood oral health and preventative care. 1240.10 D ental A ssistingDental Assisting is the study of the dental healthcareindustry. Coursework addresses the various issuessurrounding patient dental care and oral health. Thisprogram includes California Dental law, ethics, professionalism, infection control, head and neck anatomy, dentalradiology, dental materials, chair-side skills, coronal polish,and pit and fissure sealants.DENTL 220BDENTL 221Professional Standards.5 units, 0.5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: DENTL 220 Corequisite: DENTL 222 and 223 and 224A and 225 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 45Introduction and hands-on orientation to the dentalassisting profession and the career of dentistry: Studyof nutrition, health, professionalism, history of dentistryand allied organizations; emphasis on licensure andcertification, the duties of chairside assistants, the legalramifications of dentistry, ethics and jurisprudence.1240.10 DENTL 222Oral Anatomy, Morphology and Body Systems3.5 units, 3 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: DENTL 220 and 221 and 223 and 224Aand 225 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 45Introduction to general anatomy, body systems, andhead and neck anatomy: Emphasis on the teeth andtheir supporting structures. 1240.10 Dental Assisting175
DENTL 223DENTL 2253 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR) Prerequisite: HLTED 9 and 11, or current First Aid andCPR cards; and health clearances: physical and dentalexaminations, and negative TB and hepatitis testresults Corequisite: DENTL 220A and 220B and 221 and 222and 224A and 225 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 20 or 45Principles of chairside assisting: Operative proceduresincluding chairside responsibilities, instrumentidentification, four-handed techniques, sequences ofdental procedures and dental anesthesia; maintenanceof dental equipment and operatory systems. 1240.103 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: DENTL 220 and 221 and 222 and 223and 224A Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 45Study and safe manipulation of dental materials usedin operative and restorative dental procedures: Useof instruments and lab equipment, safety and healthhazards, and patient safety. 1240.10Chairside ProceduresD ental A ssisting DENTL 224ADental Radiology I3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: DENTL 220A and 220B and 221 and 222and 223 and 225 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 20 or 45Basic principles of radiation and radiation safetyand protection: Elementary anatomic landmarks forexposing dental radiographs on X-ray mannequinsusing bisecting and parallel techniques; radiologicalterminology and vocabulary including basic digitalradiography; radiologic infection control; andproficiency, through examination, in radiation safety andprotection techniques as required by ADA accreditingstandards. 1240.10 DENTL 224BDental Radiology II2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: DENTL 220A and 220B and 221 and 222and 223 and 224A and 225 Corequisite: DENTL 226 and 227 and 228A and 228Band 229 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 20 or 45Advanced principles of radiation and radiation safetyand protection: Intermediate and advanced principlesof radiology including film placement, angulations andexposures; anatomical identification and interpretationof radiologic images; specialty radiographic proceduressuch as digital radiographs, occlusal films, and pedoFMX; experience in exposing film on human subjectsand advanced darkroom/processing procedures;and community service project serving underservedpopulation within the local area. 1240.10 176Dental AssistingDental Materials and Lab Procedures DENTL 226Advanced Chairside Procedures3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: DENTL 220A and 220B and 221 and 222and 223 and 224A and 225 Corequisite: DENTL 224B and 227 and 228A and228B and 229 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 20 or 45Advanced study of dental specialties: Endodontics,pediatrics, oral surgery, orthodontics, and periodonticsto reflect Dental Board of California educationalrequirements and preparation for the CaliforniaRegistered Dental Assistant examination. 1240.10 DENTL 227Biodental Sciences2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: DENTL 222 Corequisite: DENTL 228 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 45Introduction to biodental sciences: Emphasis onoral pathology relating to occupational hazards;identification of oral lesions and dental pharmacology;preparation for office emergencies, both medical anddental; legal responsibility of assistants; and patienthealth and safety. 1240.10 DENTL 228AClinical Rotations and Review2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: DENTL 220A and 220B and 221 and 222and 223 and 224A and 225 Corequisite: DENTL 224B and 226 and 227 and 228Band 229 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252, andENGL 201B or higher, and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1Aor 20 or 45Advanced study of specialty areas in dentistry:Restorative and preventative materials, amalgam,composites, sealants, prosthodontics, endodontics,orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, and pediatrics.1240.10 COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA 2021-2022 CATALOG
DENTL 228BDENTL 2526 units, 18 hours laboratory, 300 off-site clinical hours(GR) Prerequisite: DENTL 220A and 220B and 221 and 222and 223 and 224A and 225 Corequisite: DENTL 224B and 226 and 227 and 228Aand 229Application of practical chairside skills in clinicalrotations at private dental offices and local dentalschools: Manipulation of dental materials, front officeskills, and care of the dental patient during dentalprocedures. 1240.10 1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)Introductory study and basic overview of the dentalassisting profession including professionalism,restorative materials, infection control procedures, anddental techniques including laboratory procedures.1240.10Clinical Rotations and Review Practice Management2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 2 hours lab (GR)Corequisite: DENTL 228 Recommended preparation: BUS 230D-F, and CIS 205,and DENTL 251 and 252, and ENGL 201B or higher,and PSYCH 1A, and COMM 1A or 45Practice of dental office management duties andresponsibilities: Receptionist and office managementduties including patient relationships, telephonetechniques, inventory control, chart management,dental records, correspondence, filing, appointmentand recall systems; computer program skills to includedental software relating to accounts payable/receivable,insurance forms, and banking procedures. 1240.10 DENTL 230NO NC RE DI T C O U RSESDENTL 521Professional Standards0 units, 2 hours lecture (P/NP or Satisfactory progress)Legal ramifications of dentistry: Emphasis on licensureand certification, duties of the dental assistant, Ethicsand jurisprudence, professionalism, history of dentistryand allied organizations. Introduction and orientation tothe dental assisting profession and career of dentistry.1240.10 D ental A ssistingDENTL 229Overview of the Dental Assisting ProfessionDENTL 551Dental Terminology 0 units, 1 hour lecture (P/NP or Satisfactory progress)Introduction to dental terminology: Terminology relatedto body structure, pathological conditions and diseases;operative terms and techniques including laboratorydiagnostic procedures. 1240.10Pit and Fissure Sealants0.5 units, 0.34 hour lecture, 0.51 hour laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: DENTL 220A and 220B and 221 and 222and 223 and 224A and 225 Corequisite: DENTL 224B and 226 and 227 and 228Aand 228B and 229 Recommended preparation: DENTL 251 and 252Legal requirements and scope of practice as relatedto Pit and Fissure Sealants: Morphology of the teeth;l identify indication and contraindications of Pit andFissure Sealants; importance of documentation;infection control, equipment and armamentariumneeded as well as instrument grasp, fulcrum techniquesand application of materials. 1240.10 DENTL 251Dental Terminology 1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR)Introduction to dental terminology: Terminology relatedto body structure, pathological conditions and diseases;operative terms and techniques including laboratorydiagnostic procedures. 1240.10COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA 2021-2022 CATALOGDental Assisting177
Dental Assisting is the study of the dental healthcare industry . Coursework addresses the various issues surrounding patient dental care and oral health . This program includes California Dental law, ethics, profession-alism, infection control, head and neck anatomy, dental radiology, dental materials, chair-side skills, coronal polish,
