Prepares dental auxiliary students to respond proactively to dental emergencies, control infection, prevent disease, adhere to OSHA Standards, and safely manage hazardous materials. Students also take patient vital signs and collect patient medical/dental histories. BLS Basic Life Support certification is a prerequisite; students will be required to show proof of certification before beginning the course. This course is a WTCS aligned course required in both the Dental Hygienist and Dental Assisting programs. PREREQUISITE: Current certification in BLS Basic Life Support and acceptance into the Dental Assistant program.
Pre-Requisites
There are no Pre-Requisites
Classes
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Dental Health Safety (64726)
Hybrid
Rice Lake
8/26/2025 - 9/18/2025
Days & Times:
Tues: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
8/26/2025 - 8/26/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Days & Times:
Thurs: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
8/28/2025 - 8/28/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Days & Times:
Tues: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
9/2/2025 - 9/2/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Days & Times:
Thurs: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
9/4/2025 - 9/4/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Days & Times:
Tues: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
9/9/2025 - 9/9/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Days & Times:
Thurs: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
9/11/2025 - 9/11/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Days & Times:
Tues: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
9/16/2025 - 9/16/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Days & Times:
Thurs: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Dates:
9/18/2025 - 9/18/2025
Facility:
150 Health Educ Dental Rice La
Instructor:
Megen Elliott
Tuition:
$211.85
Status:
Active
Seats Available:
13
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Dental Radiography
Undergraduate | 2 Credits
CATALOG #10508103
Prepares dental auxiliary students to operate radiographic equipment and expose bitewing, periapical, extra oral, and occlusal images. Emphasis is placed on protection against x-ray hazards. Students also produce, mount, and evaluate dental images for diagnostic value. This course also provides the background in radiographic theory required for students to make informed decisions and adjustments. Corequisites: 10508101 Dental Health Safety, 10508304 Dental and General Anatomy, 10508113 Dental Materials,31508306 Dental Assistant Clinical, and 31508302 Dental Chairside.
Rice Lake
Fall 2025
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Dental Materials
Undergraduate | 2 Credits
CATALOG #10508113
Prepares dental auxiliary students to handle and prepare dental materials such as liners, bases, cements, amalgam, resin restorative materials, gypsum products, and impression materials. They also learn to take alginate impressions on manikins and clean removable appliances. This course is aligned to serve students in the Dental Hygienist and Dental Assistant programs. COREQUISITES: 10508101 Dental Health Safety, 31508302 Dental Chairside, 10508304 Dental and General Anatomy 10508103 Dental Radiography and 31508306 Dental Assistant Clinical.
Rice Lake
Fall 2025
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Dental and General Anatomy
Undergraduate | 2 Credits
CATALOG #10508304
Prepares dental assistant students to apply fundamentals of general and dental anatomy to informed decision-making and to professional communication with colleagues and patients. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Dental Assistant program or Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Program and COREQUISITE: 10508101 Dental Health Safety.
Rice Lake
Fall 2025
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Dental Chairside
Undergraduate | 5 Credits
CATALOG #31508302
Prepares dental assistant students to chart oral cavity structures, dental pathology, and restorations and to assist a dentist with basic dental procedures including examinations, pain control, amalgam restoration, and cosmetic restoration. Students will also develop the ability to educate patients about preventive dentistry, brushing and flossing techniques, and dental procedures, using lay terminology. Throughout the course, students will apply decoding strategies to the correct use and interpretation of dental terminology. COREQUISITES: 10508101 Dental Health Safety, 10508304 Dental and General Anatomy, 10508113 Dental Materials, and 10508103 Dental Radiography and 31508306 Dental Assistant Clinical.
Rice Lake
Fall 2025
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Dental Assistant Clinical
Undergraduate | 3 Credits
CATALOG #31508306
Students apply skills developed in Dental and General Anatomy, Dental Health Safety, Dental Chairside, Dental Materials, Dental Radiography, and Professionalism in a clinical setting with patients. Emphasizes integration of core abilities and basic occupational skills. BLS Basic Life Support certification is a prerequisite; students will be required to show proof of certification before beginning the course. COREQUISITES: 10508101 Dental Health Safety, 10508304 Dental and General Anatomy, 31508302 Dental Chairside, 10508113 Dental Materials, 10508103 Dental Radiography and 31508307 Dental Assistant Professional.
Rice Lake
Fall 2025
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Dental Assistant Professional
Undergraduate | 1 Credit
CATALOG #31508307
Prepares dental assistant students for entering the workforce. Students develop professional appearance and prepare a resume, cover letter, and professional development plan. Students learn to work within ethical guidelines and legal frameworks. PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Dental Assistant program.
Online
Fall 2025