Clock Hours: 15 Hours (5 Weeks | 3 Hours/Week)

Prerequisites: High School Diploma or Equivalent; prior clinical dental assisting experience or completion of a basic dental assisting program.

Course Overview:

This intensive 15-hour refresher course is designed for dental healthcare personnel seeking to refresh their knowledge of dental radiologic theory and practice, or prepare for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam. Instruction focuses on fundamental principles of x-ray production, biological hazards, radiation protection, digital radiography, mounting, and identifying anatomical landmarks and technique errors.

Key Topics Covered:

• Biological effects of ionizing radiation and ALARA safety principles

• Burlington County Institute of Technology

• Bisecting and paralleling intraoral techniques

• Digital sensors, panoramic imaging, and mounting procedures

• Quality assurance, exposure factors, and error remediation

• Preparation for DANB RHS certification guidelines

Clock Hours: 15 Hours (5 Weeks | 3 Hours/Week)

Prerequisites: High School Diploma or Equivalent; fundamental background in dental clinical settings.

Course Overview:

Aligning with current OSHA, CDC, and EPA recommendations, this review course reinforces critical infection prevention standards across clinical dental environments. Participants will review protocols required to maintain standard precautions, safely process instruments, handle medical waste, and successfully prepare for the DANB Infection Control Examination (ICE).

Key Topics Covered:

• Disease transmission pathways and standard/universal precautions

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines and hazard communication

• Instrument reprocessing: cleaning, packaging, sterilization, and biological monitoring

• Surface disinfection and environmental barrier management

• Waterline maintenance and dental waste disposal compliance

Clock Hours: 30 Hours (10 Weeks | 3 Hours/Week)

Prerequisites: High School Diploma or Equivalent; active dental assisting experience or fundamental dental knowledge.

Course Overview:

This comprehensive 30-hour course serves as an in-depth review of core operative dental assisting techniques, dental materials, and clinical patient care. Designed for experienced chairside assistants preparing for the DANB General Chairside Assisting (GC) exam or seeking to update their clinical competencies across general dentistry and specialty fields.

Key Topics Covered:

• Chairside four-handed dentistry techniques and instrument transfer

• Operative procedures, restorative materials, cements, and liners

• Moisture control, matrix retainer assembly, and dental dam application

• Preliminary impressions, study model fabrication, and laboratory procedures

• Review of dental specialties: Endodontics, Periodontics, Prosthodontics, and Oral Surgery

Clock Hours: 12 Hours (4 Weeks | 3 Hours/Week)

Prerequisites: Valid NJ Dental Radiography License and/or CDA credential; high school diploma; prior chairside experience.

Course Overview:

Specifically tailored to the expanded functions recognized by the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry, this 12-hour refresher provides licensed dental assistants with a focused review of intraoral expanded duties. Ideal for dental assistants preparing to sit for state RDA credentialing examinations or returning to clinical practice in New Jersey.

Key Topics Covered:

• New Jersey State Board of Dentistry regulations and scope of practice

• Placement of pit and fissure sealants and topical fluoride application

• Temporary restoration/provisional crown fabrication, placement, and cementation

• Retraction cord placement, bonding agents, and matrix band applications

• Suture removal, post-operative instruction, and clinical documentation

General Eligibility: Candidates must present a High School Diploma/GED and a valid Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS certification prior to enrollment.

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