Major Field of Study (MFS)

432 - Dental Assistant

Program preparing students to carry out the duties of a certified or licensed dental assistant. The primary responsibilities of dental assistants include performing duties ranging from patient reception and record-keeping procedures to chair-side assistance and the processing of dental x-rays. Dental assistants are employed in private dental offices, clinics, hospitals, educational institutions and with dental product manufacturers.

  • Example Program Names:

    • Certified Dental Assistant
    • Dental Assistant
    • Dental Assisting
    • Dental Technician
    • Dental Therapy
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