Curriculum
How many terms is the program
12
How many certifications do the students obtain while in the program?
4
Radiation Health and Safety
100%
How many starts a year does the DA program have?
6
How long is the program? (months)
15 months
Certification to be competent in safety and infection control measures
DANB Infection Control Exam
Infection Control Exam
96%
What are the start months?
January/March
May/June
August/September
How many externship rotations do they have to complete?
2
Certification required in the state of Virginia to expose radiographs?
Radiation Health and Safety
Registered Dental Assistant Exam
100%
What days do DA students have class?
Monday - Thursday
How long is their externship
10 weeks (2 terms)
Certification opportunity to acquire at the end of the program
Registered Dental Assistant- RDA
Attrition Rate
77%
8am-1pm
What kind of degree do they earn?
Associates in Applied Science with a major in Dental Assisting
Who is the certifying organization for dental assistants?
Dental Assistant National Board
Student Population
Are all the classes in the DA program in person?
Mix: In person, virtual, online