Create beautiful smiles while making a living as a dental assistant.
What is Dental Assisting?
The dental assisting program prepares the student to function as a dental assistant under the supervision of a dentist. As a member of the dental health team, the dental assistant is responsible for providing such services as assisting the dentist with operative and surgical procedures, manipulation of dental materials, taking radiographs, providing oral health instructions and performing office management tasks. Dental assisting students will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Assisting from West Kentucky Community and Technical College and will be eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) exam. Graduates will also be certified in Radiation Health and Safety, Coronal Polishing, and Expanded Duties (lab competency).
CPR certification at healthcare provider level, proof of immunizations, background checks, and drug screens are required after a student is admitted and prior to starting the first semester of the program.
Getting Started
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How Do I Pay For This?
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What Else Do I Need to Know?
Additional Information
Accreditation
The program in dental assisting is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation [and has been granted the accreditation status of approval without reporting requirements]. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611.
Length of Program
The Dental Assisting program accepts a class each fall semester. The program is two semesters in length.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in collaboration with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
