DEN105 Introduction to Dental Assisting

The course provides an introduction to the oral health profession and covers basic terminology, historical perspective, the credentialing process, accreditation, professional organizations, psychology, communication, multicultural interaction, ethics, jurisprudence, and professionalism. Oral health, preventative techniques, and nutrition related to dental health will be introduced and discussed.

Prerequisites: Enrolled in the Dental Assisting program

Corequisite: DEN110