Dental Assisting Certificate
My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Mission & Description
Certificate in Dental Assisting | Code: | 46 credits | 2-3 semesters if attending full time (23 credits per semester) or 4-5 semester if attending part time (10-12 credits per semester including summer).
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Career Opportunities
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay for dental assistants is $35,980 per year which is approximately $17.30 per hour. In the Fort Collins area, starting salaries are $14-15 and hour. The outlook is very positive for this occupation with an increase of over 18% in the next 10 years.
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-assistants.htm
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| DEA 102 | Principles of Clinical Practice | 3 |
| DEA 111 | Dental Office Management | 2 |
| DEA 120 | Introduction to Dental Practices | 1 |
| DEA 121 | Dental Science I | 3 |
| DEA 123 | Dental Materials I | 3 |
| DEA 125 | Dental Radiography | 3 |
| DEA 126 | Infection Control | 3 |
| DEA 132 | Medical Emergencies in the Dental office | 2 |
| DEA 134 | Prevention and Nutrition in Dentistry | 3 |
| DEA 181 | Clinical Internship I | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 24 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
Total Credit Hours: 46