Major Field of Study (MFS)
- 370-441 - Health Professions and Related Technologies
- 430-439 - Medical Professions and Treatment Technologies
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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