Associate in Applied Science
Dental Assisting
Degrees and Certificates
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Dental Assisting, -
Dental Assisting, Certificate
Courses
AH 101: Science of Success: Allied Health
Credits 1This is a practical one-credit course that provides the tools and skills necessary to get a strong start
with the transition for new students at NDSCS. This course will introduce students to campus
resources, policies and procedures and cover topics such as time management, study skills, goal
setting, wellness, financial literacy, and professional development. (F, S, O)
DAST 105: Office Practice and Management
Credits 1A study of the business aspects of dentistry including resumes and interviewing, staff and patient management, office communication skills, inventory and recall systems, dental forms, business records, and legal and ethical aspects of dentistry. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DAST 111. (S)
DAST 106: Pre-Clinic for the Dental Assistant
Credits 1This course provides basic information discussing the life-cycle of plaque, disease development and methods of controlling and preventing dental diseases. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Dental Assisting program. Corequisite: DAST 111. (F)
DAST 110: Oral Anatomy for the Dental Assistant
Credits 2This course provides basic instruction in root and tooth anatomy, charting of human dentition, muscles, TMJ, occlusion, and oral embryology and histology. Clinical considerations of dental anatomy are stressed. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Assisting program. (F)
DAST 111: Introduction to Chairside Assisting
Credits 3This course is a study of dental team dynamics, infectious disease development and methods of control, didactic and laboratory instruction in basic chairside procedures, patient communication and restorative dentistry. The didactic part of this course will be online. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Assisting program. Hybrid. (F)
DAST 115: Dental Radiology for the Dental Assistant
Credits 3This course is designed to provide a fundamental knowledge of dental radiology. Emphasis will be placed on operator and patient safety, quality assurance, radiology principles and radiographic imaging and developing laboratory competency in basic radiology skills. The didactic part of this course will be online. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Assisting program. Hybrid. (F)
DAST 120: Dental Assisting Expanded Functions
Credits 2This course is an introduction to dental assisting expanded functions legal in this region. The course will focus on pre-clinical and clinical skills associated with coronal polishing, fluoride application, pit and fissure sealants, dental dam, excess cement/bonding removal, suture removal, periodontal dressing and orthodontic procedures. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DAST 111. (S)
DAST 132: Clinical Training I
Credits 3A continuation of Introduction to Chairside Assisting (DAST 111). The course will focus on dental specialties, management of patients with special needs, medical emergencies, the history of dentistry, and encompasses educational and licensure requirements for dental professionals, and professionalism in the dental field. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DAST 111. (S)
DAST 132L: Clinical Training I: Clinic
Credits 3This course will provide the student with an opportunity to begin developing clinical skills by assisting in a variety of clinical assignments. The course will focus on assisting in the general and specialty dental offices and actively participating in the NDSCS Allied Dental Education Clinic. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DAST 111. (S)
DAST 133: Clinical Training II
Credits 5DAST 142: Dental Materials for the Dental Assistant
Credits 3A study of the characteristics, physical properties, manipulation, uses and care of dental materials. Includes laboratory experience in the manipulation and preparation of those materials commonly used in dental practice. Safety procedures relating to each material and procedure are incorporated. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Dental Assisting program. (F)
DAST 144: Biodental Science
Credits 2This course also includes an introduction to microbiology, dental pharmacology, and nutrition, including its role in the maintenance of oral health. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of DAST 111. (S)
DAST 151L: Dental Assisting Simulation Lab I
Credits 1This course is designed to provide immersive learning experiences for dental assisting students. Course instruction will allow learners to practice and develop clinical skills by applying theoretical knowledge in hands-on scenarios that mimic various clinical situations that range in complexity and skill level. The course focus will be on developing skills for patient treatment. Topics may include vital signs, medical emergencies, patient assessment, radiology, dental materials, and general chairside techniques. Students will participate in classroom activities and outside assignments such as case studies, task analysis, and self-assessment, problem solving skills, communication, and skills evaluations. This course will include interprofessional communication, collaboration and interaction with other health care professionals and programs. Corequisite: DAST 111. (F)
DAST 152L: Dental Assisting Simulation Lab II
Credits 1This course is designed to provide immersive learning experiences for dental assisting students. Course instruction will allow learners to practice and develop clinical skills by applying theoretical knowledge in hands-on scenarios that mimic various clinical situations that range in complexity and skill level. The course focus will be on developing skills for patient treatment. Topics may include vital signs, medical emergencies, patient assessment, radiology, dental materials, and general chairside techniques. Students will participate in classroom activities and outside assignments such as case studies, task analysis, and self-assessment, problem solving skills, communication, and skills evaluations. This course will include interprofessional communication, collaboration and interaction with other health care professionals and programs. Corequisite: DAST 132L (S)
DAST 292: Experimental Course
Credits 1A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.
DENT 101: Science of Success: Introduction to Dental Professions
Credits 1This is a practical one-credit course that provides the tools and skills necessary to get a strong start with the transition for new students at NDSCS. This course will guide students through the process of exploring careers and transfer considerations. Students will learn to navigate NDSCS resources and technologies as well as learn skills and techniques used by successful college students. Students will also be introduced to the basic aspects of the dental professions. (F, S, O)